Nashville arena rockers Rebels Opera hit the ground running with debut single “Smile Now, Cry Later,” bringing the spirit of the glory days of the late 80’s and early 90’s straight into 2025 with big hooks, massive choruses and driving excitement designed for hands in the air and the live show experience. The band channels the raw, unfiltered energy of AC/DC, Def Leppard, Cinderella and Kix while forging a modern sound that resonates with today’s audiences, infused with classic rock ingredients and a fresh, contemporary edge. The group features brothers Tate Richardson on vocals and Clint Richardson on guitars joined by Paul Klein on bass and Grady Steel on drums, who tore up Rock Fest 2025 with their explosive debut performance. Fresh from Sienna Studios Nashville, they’ve tracked five songs with producer Tuk Smith, including their AC/DC and Kix-charged first single written and produced by Tuk Smith, mixed and mastered by Anthony Foxc, released on all streaming platforms October 15th, 2025 accompanied by a full production video shot by Vidoe Rahim. Their VIP-only demos “Down With The City,” “Love Like A Live Wire,” “Surfing With the Angels” and “Call of the Night” have earned rave reviews and electrifying buzz for their gritty, soulful take on hard rock as they gear up for their debut 10-song album in early 2026.