Headline: Black Swan Unleash Title Track From Upcoming Third Album ‘Paralyzed’ Arriving February 13
Tags: Black Swan, Robin McAuley, Reb Beach, Jeff Pilson, Matt Starr, McAuley Schenker Group, Winger, Whitesnake, Foreigner, The End Machine, Dokken, Ace Frehley, Mr. Big, Frontiers Music Srl, Black Sabbath
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All-star hard rock collective Black Swan have unveiled the title track from their upcoming third studio album ‘Paralyzed,’ arriving February 13, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The supergroup features Robin McAuley of McAuley Schenker Group, Reb Beach of Winger and Whitesnake, Jeff Pilson of Foreigner and The End Machine, and Matt Starr of Ace Frehley and Mr. Big. Beach comments, “With ‘Paralyzed’ I was going for a Black Sabbath ‘Neon Nights’ vibe when I started writing it, and then it blossomed into the title track when Jeff and Robin got their hands on it. It’s a very cool song guitar wise, and I hope we get to play it live one day because it really rocks!” McAuley addresses the lyrical content, stating, “Nowadays it’s difficult not to become submerged in the news and negative comments presented to us through all media sources. That feeling of being numb and unsafe with an overpowering feeling of anxiety. Desperate for change, get back to the good old days when things seemed simpler.”
Pilson adds, “‘Paralyzed’ is another Robin McAuley story that speaks to that anxiety most of us are feeling about the state of the world right now. It’s scary, overwhelming and seemingly never-ending! We need to find the positive in all the negativity and we need it soon! Plus- it rocks!!!!!” Starr praises the track, saying, “‘Paralyzed’ kicks ass! This is one of the things that BLACK SWAN does best… Hard driving high energy rock ‘n’ roll with great melodies, tons of hooks, thought provoking timely lyrics and exceptional musicianship. I’m really proud of this track.” McAuley expressed his enthusiasm for the new record, noting, “Can’t wait for you guys to hear our new record. We feel we’ve taken our songwriting to another level on this one, with amazing guitar riffs that once again show the brilliance that is Reb Beach.”
Following the critical acclaim of their previous releases, Black Swan delivers another powerful statement in modern hard rock with ‘Paralyzed.’ Beach characterizes the band’s sound, explaining, “BLACK SWAN is old school eighties rock that is all about good guitar riffs with badass vocals. No one is better than Robin at singing this kind of music. I think the combination of my riffs and his vocals is what makes the band stand out.” Starr states, “I think the fans are going to love our new record. It builds on the first two records, taking the songwriting, playing, and energy to another level. I’m so proud to be part of this great group of musicians and guys.” Pilson concludes, “We’re all very excited for the release of BLACK SWAN’s ‘Paralyzed’ and can’t wait for all the fans to hear it. We wanted to come up with a real step forward in melodic heaviness, and I strongly believe we delivered.”