Alberta Cross is an Anglo-Swedish outfit that’s consistently hit the international music scene with their original sound. Formed in London by singer-guitarist Petter Ericson Stakee and bassist Terry Wolfers, the band later found their current home in Frome, UK, after a notable stint in Brooklyn, New York. With Wolfers’ departure in 2013, Stakee remained the sole permanent member, steering Alberta Cross’s musical journey through various phases and places.
From headline tours to collaborations with renowned artists and performances at iconic festivals like Coachella, Bonnaroo and Glastonbury, the band’s journey has been a thrilling ride. Their tracks, including “Low Man,” “Lucy Rider” and “Money for the Weekend,” have found placements in popular TV shows like Californication, Sons of Anarchy and The Late Show With David Letterman, adding to their sonic legacy.
With their recent release, Alberta Cross links up with the formidable Band Of Skulls on the riveting single “Crooked House.” Band Of Skulls, known for their anthemic rock compositions, have earned acclaim for their five studio albums and captivating live performances, sharing stages with acts like Muse and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
With “Crooked House,” the two artists collaborate on a powerful indie rock anthem packed full of punching drums, crunching guitars and compelling vocal layers. With hints of Arctic Monkeys, Queens of the Stone Age and tinges of the dark grunge aesthetic of Alice in Chains, “Crooked House” delivers a rousing rock cocktail.
The collaboration between Russell Marsden of Band Of Skulls and Petter Ericson Stakee of Alberta Cross is a meeting of like minds, infusing the song with vitriol and frustration, yet maintaining an optimistic and cathartic message. Marsden describes the experience as a collision of musical forces, creating a song that embodies both destruction and survival. Petter Stakee echoes the sentiment, expressing the pleasure of working with Marsden and the unexpected emergence of “Crooked House,” a raw and powerful rock tune.
Marc MacNab-Jack, the drummer for both bands, played a crucial role in bringing these two legends together. Having circled the globe and encountered each other in various corners of the world for over 15 years, the collaboration was long overdue. The result is an explosive fusion of the raw energy of Band Of Skulls with the dreamy wonder of Alberta Cross, creating a musical experience that’s sure to strike a chord with fans around the world.
Listen to Crooked House below
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