Rock guitar legend, Billy Morrison, has released two new singles featuring iconic hip-hop voices. On December 13, 2024, Morrison dropped “Phenomenon,” in collaboration with rap pioneers Cypress Hill. Billy also released “Just Like a Movie,” featuring the legendary rapper DMC of Run-DMC. Check them both out below.
Stream “Phenomenon” here: https://ffm.to/billymorrison-cypresshill-phenomenon
Stream “Just Like A Movie” here:
https://ffm.to/justlikeamovie
Billy Morrison shares, “Working with Cypress Hill & DMC has been a dream come true. They’re not just friends but legends who shaped hip-hop. Their energy made these songs unforgettable, breaking barriers with timeless music.”
“Phenomenon” highlights Morrison’s longtime friendship and creative bond with Cypress Hill’s B-Real and Sen Dog. Recorded in Cypress Hill’s studio, the track blends Morrison’s signature guitar riffs with the unmistakable vocal power of the rap legends. The accompanying video takes it up a notch, featuring lasers, bouncing low riders, and the gritty West Coast energy that Cypress Hill is known for.
“When I got the call from Billy I was excited about this collaboration! We’ve known each other for many years, shared many stages and we built up a friendship and chemistry throughout the years. So when the call came, I was in! It was killer being able to work on this project and we are stoked with how the track and the video came out,” says B-REAL of Cypress Hill.
Morrison’s video for “Just Like a Movie” vividly captures the essence of his collaboration with DMC, a hip-hop pioneer and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Filmed on the streets of Brooklyn, the video combines raw, cinematic visuals with a heartfelt tribute to hip-hop’s roots, perfectly reflecting Morrison’s genre-blurring vision. The track is featured on The Morrison Project album.
“Collaborating with Billy has been a very motivating experience. I’ve performed with him many times and he’s a great musician, musical director, and teacher. I was a little nervous when he asked me to be on a song for his new album,” says DMC.
“Phenomenon” and “Just Like a Movie” are available now on all major streaming platforms. Both tracks will be featured on a special double A-side vinyl release, set to drop in 2025. The British guitarist, singer, and songwriter is primarily known as Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitarist Steve Stevens. His recent collaboration with Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens, “Crack Cocaine,” soared to #1 on the Mediabase Active Rock Chart, further solidifying his place as a powerhouse in the rock world. The Morrison Project is a testament to his collaborative spirit and fearless commitment to creating boundary-breaking music that unites artists and genres in bold, unexpected ways. The Morrison Project was produced by Billy Morrison, mixed by Barry Pointer, and mastered by Dave Donnelly. The songs on the album were recorded in Los Angeles at various studios and were written by Billy Morrison in collaboration with his guests. The album is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Morrison-Project-Billy/dp/B0CV7FCR73
The Morrison Project tracklisting:
01 Drowning
02 Crack Cocaine – (Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens) (Billy Morrison, Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Stevens)
03 It’s Come To This
04 The Ayes Have It (Featuring Al Jourgensen and John 5)
05 Dystopia
06 Incite The Watch (Featuring Corey Taylor and Steve Vai)
07 Puppets On A String
08 Just Like A Movie (Featuring D.M.C. and Persia Numan)
09 The Sound Of Freedom
10 Mr. Dream (Featuring Billy Idol and Steve Stevens)
11 We Are The Dead
12 Chasing Shadows (Featuring Linda Perry)
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