Multi platinum singer/songwriter Rick Springfield set to release "shock/denial/anger/acceptance", all new music, on February 24, 2004.

Rick Springfield, the Grammy and American Music Award winning musician is set to release his latest CD, shock/denial/anger/acceptance." Seventeen tracks will showcase the four emotions contained within the title. Rick has stated that shock/denial/anger/acceptance" is among his most personal writings. His first release of original music in years, the CD is due in stores on 2/24/04.

(PRWEB) February 5, 2004 --Rick Springfield, the Grammy and American Music Award winning musician has completed his latest original release, shock/denial/anger/acceptance." The 17-track offering is the emotional, raw, and highly energetic embodiment of the four emotions contained within the title. Hard rock fans take note - this is the hardest rocking collection of songs Rick has ever recorded. While remaining true to himself, and presenting a very emotional glimpse into his world, he takes his listeners through the four emotions with such an intensity that it is sure to not only please his old fans, it will likely bring many new, younger fans into the fold. Rick has stated that shock/denial/anger/acceptance" is among his most personal writings.

Rick has included a masterful reworking of the song Ill Make You Happy," a tune from Ricks own childhood, along with the angry Idontwantanythingfromyou," (the ultimate breakup, get out of my life, song) the haunting Angels of the Disappeared" (inspired by Elizabeth Smarts disappearance) and the hard rocking first single, Will I?" The seventeen song disc can be previewed on www.shockdenialangeracceptance.com. The album will be released in North America on February 24, 2004.

Springfield completed a highly successful run in Las Vegas EFX Alive in December 2002. He starred in the Las Vegas spectacular musical for nearly two years of sold out shows at the MGM Grands EFX Theater. MGM reworked the show when he took the role to incorporate his rock and roll style; two original songs were written by Springfield to add his own footprint to the musical show. Upon completion of the show, Springfield headed into the studio to begin work on shock/denial/anger/acceptance."

Springfield has 17 top forty songs to his credit, including such recognizable titles as Jessies Girl," Dont Talk To Strangers" and Affair of the Heart" amongst them. Because of his active and enthusiastic fan base, he has in the past five years sold out venues ranging from intimate clubs to large amphitheaters. Audiences are amazed and impressed with his energy and intensity.

Rick asserts, The music has always been where its at for me. This record is much like my 'Working Class Dog album and full of three minute hard rocking songs. It sounds big and loud." The rawness and simplicity of the songs are what will strike a chord with most listeners. Engineer Matty Spindel (Santana, Supernatural") states, This is the best Ive heard from him yet. Everyone will be blown away by how great it sounds."

Look for Rick Springfield to complete a full round of promotional appearances, concerts and interviews surrounding the release of shock/denial/anger/acceptance." With four platinum albums and 18 million records already sold, Rick Springfield has already proven his marketability. Now, with a new generation of listeners to engage, Springfield does not disappoint with shock/denial/anger/acceptance."
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