Jim Peterik & World Stage's new album, 'Roots & Shoots Vol.2', presents Jim’s collaborations with Mike Reno, Jason Scheff, Toby Hitchcock, The Ides of March, Cathy Richardson (Jefferson Starship), and Neil Donnell (of Chicago).
Through the years, Jim has written or co-written some of rock's most memorable songs, in particular, "Vehicle" by The Ides Of March (on which he was lead vocalist), "Eye Of The Tiger," "The Search Is Over," "High On You," and "I Can't Hold Back”. He has penned hits for .38 Special such as "Hold On Loosely," "Caught Up In You," "Fantasy Girl," and "Rockin' Into The Night" as well as "Heavy Metal" with Sammy Hagar, and many, many more.
World Stage, a concept rooted in musical and spiritual collaborations among artists and friends, is the best representation of Jim Peterik's truly outstanding musical legacy and a testament to his songwriting abilities as one of the true wizards of melodic rock.
With the 'Roots and Shoots' albums, the Chicago-based artist offers a new concept where he presents his work equally split between Roots (classic rock stars) and Shoots (emerging rock stars).
'Volume 1,' released earlier this year, featured Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon), Kelly Keagy (Night Ranger), Don Barnes (.38 Special), and Mark Farner (Grand Funk) together with phenomenal new talents such as Colin Peterik (Jim’s son), Ashton Brooke Gill, Paul Childers, Leslie Hunt and Mark Mackay among others.
Jim says, "As I review this list of songs and incredible artists who participated in 'Roots & Shoots Vol. 2,' I feel such gratitude. The combination of established classic rock stars and brilliant rising stars is beyond my wildest dreams. I wrote or co-wrote all these songs inspired by the unique musical gifts of each and every attempt."
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