Downset are back with a new track, well kind of. This latest version of Downset features original guitarist Rogelio Lozano and drummer Chris Lee but doesn't include singer Rey Oropeza and they have released a new track titled "Forgotten". A 7 inch version will be available soon through Irish Voodoo Records.
You can listen to the new song, "Forgotten" here on iTunes or here on Spotify.
Below is the word from Irish Voodoo Records.
“Forgotten” is the newest track from the Los Angeles streets tackling the issues of poverty and homelessness. This track features the newest line-up of downset, including Rogelio Lozano on guitar, Chris Lee on drums and introducing Neil Roemer on vocals and J.D. Manhart on bass.
The track also features guest appearances by Sen Dog of Cypress Hill and George Lynch of Dokken/Lynch Mob.
Here the word from the band on the current lineup...
"As we all know, change is imminent. After reaching out in repeated attempts to reunite all of the original members of the band we are apologetic to you, our friends and family to announce that they have failed. Some members did not want to do it for their own reasons and the rest of us respect that. There is no ill-will on either end and we all feel it is very important to push forward and honor our fans and obligations as artists, as downset. to all of you in appreciation of your continued support.
That being said, the touring lineup for 2013 will be Neil Roemer handling vocal duties as Rogelio Lozano is back on guitar, Chris Lee is back on the drums, and J.D. Manhart will be filling in on bass. Over the past several months this collective unit has proven to be a powerful lineup with great chemistry and skilled musicianship in the studio as well as on stage under a different name.
So, family & friends we personally invite all of you to catch us on tour in 2013 with dates in Colombia, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Belgium, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Austria; and watch for a new single dropping very soon!
With the utmost respect & humility; thank you for your continued support!
-downset."