New single from Mad Painter

Based in Boston, Mad Painter is a rock band bringing 70s glam, psychedelic vibes and classic blues rock to a modern audience. Founded and led by songwriter Alex Gitlin, the group channels the energy and theatricality of iconic acts like Mott the Hoople, Deep Purple and Uriah Heep. With a lineup featuring Alex Gitlin on lead vocals and keyboard, Al Hendry on drums, Kenne Highland on bass, Al Naha on guitar and backing vocalists Julie Gee and Sharon Crumrine, the band delivers a sound that’s nostalgic and original.

Mad Painter has become a prominent name in Boston’s music scene with exciting live shows at venues such as MIT, Out of the Blue Gallery and The Jungle Community Music Club, as well as events like the Winter Tanglefest in the Poconos. Known for their magnetic energy and stellar musicianship, the band offers a bold throwback to a golden era of rock.

Mad Painter’s studio journey began in 2016 with their self-titled debut album, introducing listeners to their kaleidoscopic rock sound. Returning in 2022, they released two singles, “Illusion” and “Rock and Roll Samurai” ahead of Splashed, their sophomore record, which further confirmed their status as torchbearers of 70s rock in the modern age.

This year, Mad Painter has kept the momentum going, releasing the single “Empty Bottles” and now unveiling their latest track titled “Debt Collector.” The song perfectly distils the band’s ability to blend vintage influences with modern flair, serving up blues rock undertones that takes cues from bands like Nazareth and Deep Purple.

With words penned by poet Dmitry M. Epstein and the addition of a Hammond organ played straight through a Marshall amplifier in tribute to the legendary Jon Lord, the single was recorded at Tom Hamilton’s studio in Peabody. Brought in by the swing of a drum beat, bluesy guitar riffs and dusty organ tones enter to set up a grooving backdrop for Alex Gitlin’s compelling vocal leads.

Backed by lush vocalisations, his voice rises to soar above the gritty arrangement and spin engaging melodies carrying storytelling lyricism. Brimming with memorable vocal hooks, infectious rhythms, superb lead guitar and organ moments and wrapped in a retro rock sound, “Debt Collector” sees Mad Painter serve up another spectacular blues rock jam as they go from strength to strength on their thrilling musical adventure.

Listen to Debt Collector below

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