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Texas-bred musical powerhouse Cody Jasper has released his new single “Dirty,” offering another taste of what’s to come from his new studio album, Rock Is Dead, out April 10th via Megaforce Records. PRESS HERE to listen to the gritty and explosive track. Rock Is Dead, the rising rocker’s third full-length, also includes his recent single “Rock Is Dead,” hailed as “a banger” by Billy Corgan, as well as a guest appearance from legendary guitarist Warren Haynes on the track “American Dream.”
“‘Dirty’ is a personal song about a very toxic relationship I was in with a narcissist—a relationship that ruined me but also forced me to look inward and figure out who I really was,” shares Jasper. “In the end, it brought me out on top. Going with the name of the song, I wanted it to sound dirty: huge, distorted synth bass, fuzzed-out guitars, and amps that feel like they’re about to explode. It features one of the best guitar solos I think I’ve ever played. ‘Dirty’ is for anyone who’s been done dirty. It sounds like revenge.”
Rock Is Dead, produced and engineered by Aleks von Korff (Muse, Coldplay, U2) and recorded at Red Room Studio, the home studio of Muse’s Matt Bellamy, is a bold, genre-spanning statement that reclaims rock as a living, evolving art form. Rather than adhering to one lane, the 10-track collection takes the listener on a sonic journey through alternative, hard rock, punk, classic rock, blues, and beyond. Recorded with a focus on performance and energy, it offers something for everyone. RIFF Magazine recently called the title track “Rock Is Dead” “a swaggering middle finger to that narrative” and said, “Guitars push past their limits; amps threaten to blow and apologies are nowhere to be found. The song sounds like it was captured in one blistering take. [Jasper] channels fire and soul into something that feels viscerally urgent. The guitar solo might remind you there’s still something worth fighting for.” Rock Is Dead showcases Jasper’s mastery of guitar and vocals coupled with a keen songwriting ability. Each track is a masterclass in rock attitude and fearless creative exploration – eschewing genre expectations while demonstrating a prowess of his craft. PRESS HERE to pre-save Rock Is Dead.
Since debuting in 2014, Cody Jasper – who first started playing gigs as a teenager – has been setting new standards in the music industry. Raised on blues grit and hard rock swagger and influenced by icons such as Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Otis Redding, Sly Stone, and Waylon Jennings, he consistently pushes the boundaries of music and what rock specifically can and should be. The songwriter, guitarist, and performer is dedicated to keeping the spirit of rock ’n’ roll honest, loud, and unfiltered. Rooted in classic American rock traditions but unafraid to challenge them, Jasper’s music prioritizes feel, grit, and authenticity over trends. His work reflects a deep respect for the genre’s history while rejecting the idea that rock should be confined to a single sound, era, or aesthetic. Amidst his growing career, Jasper has shared the stage with industry giants including Slash, Billy Gibbons, and Stone Temple Pilots, in addition to Haynes, delivering electrifying performances that always leave his audiences craving more.
Whether in the studio or onstage, Cody Jasper is proof that rock is most definitely not dead, it’s just waiting for someone reckless enough to mean it.
