Joel Hoekstra's 13 - 'How Do You' - Official Audio

Joel Hoekstra, best known to rock fans as the current guitarist for Whitesnake and Trans-Siberian Orchestra (and also known for his work with Night Ranger and the Broadway show Rock of Ages), returns with his 2nd album, 'Running Games’ from his electrifying solo project, Joel Hoekstra’s 13. Joined by Russell Allen (vocals), Tony Franklin (bass), Vinny Appice (drums), and Derek Sherinian (keyboards), Joel and company pick up where his debut, 'Dying To Live' left off.

Hoekstra once again handles the bulk of the creative process, overseeing production, songwriting and arranging (music and lyrics), and crafting his vision for this powerful hard rock gem. Add Chris Collier’s masterful mixing and the result is ‘70s/’80s classic hard rock with 2020’s muscle. As with the debut, 'Running Games' features an all-star cast of musicians including none other than Russell Allen (vocals), Tony Franklin (bass), Vinny Appice (drums), and Derek Sherinian (keyboards). The amazing Jeff Scott Soto also lends a helping hand with background vocals.

Says Joel, “Years ago, I released three solo albums that were mainly instrumental guitar music. With Joel Hoekstra's 13, I have started to work on something that showcases my production, writing, and playing in the genre that I'm known for, which is melodic hard rock.” Like 'Dying to Live', 'Running Games' can be described as Dio’ish at it’s heaviest, but also is influenced by the blues- based sound of Whitesnake as well as melodic bands like Foreigner, Journey. Hoekstra says "‘Hard to Say Goodbye’ definitely represents the more melodic sound of the album, but rock fans can also look forward to some aggressive tracks."

On ‘Running Games’, lyrically Joel focuses on escaping problems both past and present by providing playful, imaginary, and serious takes on the situations.

Long hailed for his fiery, tasteful guitar playing, Hoekstra’s playing here raises the bar to a new level.

Look out for 'Running Games' on February 12, 2021!

Tracklist:
1. Finish Line
2. I’m Gonna Lose It
3. Hard To Say Goodbye
4. How Do You
5. Heart Attack
6. Fantasy
7. Lonely Days
8. Reach The Sky
9. Cried Enough For You
10. Take What’s Mine
11. Running Games
12. Lay Down Your Love (Bonus Track - Digital)

Line-up:
Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake/Trans-Siberian Orchestra) - guitars
Russell Allen (Symphony X, Adrenaline Mob) - lead vocals, backing vocals
Vinny Appice (ex-Black Sabbath, DIO) - drums
Tony Franklin (ex-The Firm, Blue Murder) - bass
Derek Sherinian (Sons Of Apollo, Dream Theater, Black Country Communion) - keyboards
Jeff Scott Soto (Sons Of Appollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) - backing vocals

Special Guests:
Lenny Castro (TOTO) - percussion
Chloe Lowery (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) - backing vocals
Dave Eggar (Evanescence, Coldplay) - cello
Katie Kresek (Adele, Five For Fighting) - violin, viola


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[ritabogner]

JOEL HOEKSTRA IS A VERY GOOD GUITAR PLAYER---SUPER-AMAZING...

[ralfbloemers]

Joel's turning out to be one hell of a tastefull player on his recent releases. Sir Russel never dissapoints. Best singer in the business. Period. Thumbs up!👍🏻

[stevenr]

Russel Allen is killing it here! Great song.

[donjohnsmusic]

Joel this is incredible! Takes me back in time to where music inspired me to want to be a musician! It’s got a Kansas Left Overture feel! Love, love love it!

[MilicaMarkovic]

Huh! Pure Perfection!
Great musicians!
Joel!❤🎸🌎

[noriahzeigner]

Nice Joel....I like this one a Lot too

[karenmartin]

Oh, how I "LOVE" this song!!!:) Awesome new song & album, Joel!!!:) A true "MASTERPIECE!!!"

[shawnbrown]

wow! well Im going to have to check the whole album out now

[LucindaValentineLedantec]

Fantastic 😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩💝💝💝 Only haters can dislike such a great song 😉

[charliemckeever]

Brilliant love it very nice les Paul type guitar just like his snake 1nz gim mee gim mee..

[ctrades]

How the hell does this have 44k views...should have 44 million

[MikeB-oobj]

Great feel and a great album. Russell sounds a little like Kip Winger in a few spots in this tune.

[paolodalbianco]

Absolutely fantastic!!! Wonderful vocal lines and backing vocals, epic guitar solo.. melodic rock at its best.. unforgettable and overwhelming song👍🏻

[paulgene]

Excellent !!! Love it ! Great feeling !