DOUG ALDRICH News 1998-1996

The band has decided to split up. Their statement is here.

about the article on YOUNG GUITAR mag..
Sorry I couldn't say so yesterday, But yes it is true. First let me explain about BMR. The band is not dead. Kal and all of us want to come back, but unfortunatly we cannot record a new record at this time. Kal and I both as well as Jackie and Ian will be pursueing other projects at this time. I don't know how Young Guitar knows this and I am sorry you had to hear it from a mag instead of me. But I am only writing songs. These are the ones I was thinking would end up being BMR but since that can't happen I want to do a new project to record them. Kal has been working on his solo songs as you know. I think this is really his goal at this time. We both support each other and will help each other with anything we can. I feel that Kal and I will work together again but untill then we all still need your support and understanding. I feel really bummed out about the way this is, and I know you are too. But we don't want to record as BMR untill we can do it right. I'm sorry I had to be one to tell you but I couldn't wait. Sincerely DOUG

As for the word on Young Guitar I just found out about it today. Kal and I have been talking about what to do but not sure yet.

Doug will form a new band and he's already found a vocalist who sings like David Coverdale. The band's album will be released in fall. Looking forward to his new band sound!

Doug played for Mark Boals solo album and its title is "IGNITION". It will be released on June 3 by Victor Entertainment(VICP-60351)

I feel very sorry that there has been no news about B.M.R. but it is very complicated why BMR is on such a long wait. I think that we need to figure out some things before we can start working on a record. It means alot to me and Kal that you guys care about us. And He and I have written together in Nov., and Dec. But nothing is decided yet. I will let you guys know what happens...O.K.

Doug was planning to go to Japan for his solo shows, but he can't this time. He said "It was too late I guess to come this time".

Doug has been doing sessions and writing songs.

His guitar lecture "How To Make A Demo" is in guitar magazine -vol. 22.

I guess I'm coming in Nov. I really wanted to come for Halloween, cause it is more fun

Doug's Guitar Instructional Video "The Electro-LESSON" is released in JAPAN. (PONY CANYON/YOUNG GUITAR)

Doug Aldrich's Guitar instructional Video (YOUNG GUITAR magazine) will come out from PONY CANYON on AUG. 20. The title is THE ELECTRO-LESSON. (From YOUNG GUITAR magazine's August '97 issue)

His 2nd solo album "ElectroVision" is out today in JAPAN (PONY CANYON)

Doug's solo album "ElectroVision" releasing date has changed to July 2nd.

The CD Booklet of Doug's Solo Album ElectroVision (June 18 in Stores) will carry the all songs' explanation by himself.

Doug's new solo album has a ballad Kal Swan sang and it was going to be in BAD MOON RISING album OPIUM FOR THE MASSES. Doug really like the song so that he has decided to re-record it for ElectroVision.

Doug's 2nd solo album "ElectroVision" will be released on June 18 in JAPAN.
Here are Guest Musicians..
* Vocals...Kal Swan(BAD MOON RISING), Ron Young(MANIC EDEN), Matt Kramer(ex-SAIGON KICK)
* Drums.......Chris Frazier
* Bass.......Robbie Harrington
* Keyboards...Dizzy Reed

The album called "ElectroVision " and it will be out on June 18th in Japan.

Doug played "Let Me Love You" for Rod Stewart tribute album.

He was mastering his new record on Monday at A&M Studios with Dave Collins. It turned out great and Kal sang on a ballad.

Doug has done mixing the new record, and it should be in store on June 18.

Right now he is getting ready to record with his own solo band. Chris Frazier is on drums, and Robbie Harrington is on bass. The new stuff is really inspiring. It is his best guitar work.

Doug is playing for the project.

Doug played "The House Is Rockin'" for the Stevie Ray Vaughn tribute album.