With an overwhelming show of support last night at the House Of Blues in Anaheim, a combined effort of great performances by the Japanese Motors, The Black Tibetans, The Vandals and Social Distortion, helped raise Jay Thomas $41,607!

A sincere THANKS to all who came out is support of Jay Thomas! It was a heart filled room yesterday evening and we couldn't have asked for a better group of fans to support such an incredible cause. Not only will the money raised help Jay with his recovery, but the 1100 strong and the love expressed by everyone in the room will go a long way with helping Jay spiritually on his road to recovery.

In many ways this is just the beginning of a long and challenging battle for Jay, but with your help we were able to show Jay that he's not alone in this fight.

Thank you!

www.jaysroadtorecovery.blogspot.com

After ten amazing years behind the drum kit for Social Distortion, Charlie “Chalo” Quintana has announced he’s moving on to explore other musical opportunities. Charlie had this to say about his departure, “Playing with Social D for ten years was a good time in my life. I was lucky to play on two Social D records and the second solo album, and I am proud to have been part of the band. We hit some spectacular heights which I will never forget – adios amigos!”

Filling Charlie’s big shoes is none other than Atom Willard. You’ve probably seen Atom wailing on the skins with Rocket From The Crypt, The Offspring, or his most recent band Angels & Airwaves. We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome such a great talent and individual into the band. Atom’s first show with Social D will be the Jay Thomas benefit on May 18 at the House Of Blues Anaheim.

Mike Ness speaks out on the harmful effects the factory-farming
industry has on the environment. In an exclusive interview for
Peta2.com, Mike discusses what being a vegetarian means to him as well
as bringing awareness to the fact that meat’s not green. Click the following link to watch Mike’s interview with Peta2.com: http://getactive.peta.org/campaign/p2_mike_ness?c=p23480

“I realize this is a very personal issue that not all of us share the same
beliefs on, but I want to thank you for taking the time to take a look
at this regardless of your views.” – Mike Ness

For more information on Peta and how you can help, click here: http://www.peta.org/

Social Distortion's song "I Was Wrong" will be a track featured on the forthcoming Rock Band 2 video game. Rock Band 2 will feature more than 80 tracks on disc. Some of the other artists included in the game will be Nirvana, Beastie Boys, Foo Fighters, The Offspring, Pearl Jam and Rage Against The Machine. Click the link below for a complete listing of all the artists on the game, as well as release information, formats and where to purchase.

Link: http://www.rockband2.com/song-list

Wednesday, January 31, 2007


MIKE NESS ON THE COVER OF MY FREEDAMN! 5

Mike will be on the cover and featured in the forthcoming book My Freedamn! 5, the latest vintage fashion book from author Rin Tanaka. My Freedamn! 5 will be released the first week in January, 2007. The book includes over 500 American fashion items before Elvis Presley; "Pre Wild Ones" motorcycle uniforms, engineer boots and much MORE

BRENT LILES R.I.P. (1963-2007)

Due to a slight miscommunication, this page has not been maintained for 3 months. So, we are a bit behind! Please bear with us as we approve friend requests and comments. We are doing all of this from the road!

And hey, please have mercy with the mail... All of the "Thanks for the add! ... FINALLY!" messages are just slowing us down!

The tour is going great, thanks to everyone who has come out to support us!