Dee Snider Leads New Cover of Triumph’s Classic “Lay It on the Line”
Dee Snider, the iconic former frontman of Twisted Sister, takes the lead on a fresh cover of Triumph’s beloved 1979 track “Lay It on the Line.” This rendition will feature prominently on the upcoming album, Magic Power: All Star Tribute to Triumph. Fans can listen to the track below.
Snider’s powerful vocals are complemented by Mr. Big guitarist Paul Gilbert and Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass, who provide backing vocals. The album, produced by the renowned Mike Clink, boasts an impressive lineup of contributors, including former Skid Row vocalist Sebastian Bach, Heart guitarist Nancy Wilson, Anthrax frontman Joey Belladonna, Styx keyboardist Lawrence Gowan, Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash, Night Ranger singer/bassist Jack Blades, and Tesla singer Jeff Keith.
“Lay It on the Line” marks the second single released from the album, following the Sebastian Bach-assisted “Rock & Roll Machine” that debuted last month. Magic Power: All Star Tribute to Triumph is set to hit the shelves on June 6 and is currently available for preorder. For those eager to see what’s in store, the full track listing is provided below.
Dee Snider and Triumph Reflect on “Lay It on the Line”
Originally featured on Triumph’s third studio album, Just a Game, “Lay It on the Line” may have peaked at a modest No. 86 on the Billboard Hot 100, but it has since become one of the band’s signature songs.
In a heartfelt statement, Snider expressed his admiration for the track, stating, “The first time I heard this song, I was blown away. There’s only one Rik Emmett and Triumph. I’m honored to be a part of this!”
In a teaser video for the new rendition of “Lay It on the Line,” Rik Emmett reminisced about the initial reaction to the song from his bandmates, bassist/keyboardist Mike Levine and drummer/vocalist Gil Moore. Emmett shared, “I grew up listening to everything from Deep Purple to Crosby, Stills & Nash. I had written pop songs for Triumph, and Gil and Mike would both say, ‘No, no, too wimpy.’ But when I presented ‘Lay It on the Line,’ they both went, ‘Yeah, yeah, this is good.’
Levine added, “Rik became better as a writer, and the proof was in the pudding because he wrote one of the evergreen Triumph songs, ‘Lay It on the Line.’
Magic Power: All Star Tribute to Triumph Track Listing
- “24 Hours a Day” (Sebastian Bach)
- “Rock & Roll Machine” (Sebastian Bach)
- “Magic Power” (Joey Belladonna)
- “Spellbound” (Mickey Thomas)
- “Lay It on the Line” (Dee Snider)
- “Somebody’s Out There” (Lawrence Gowan)
- “Never Surrender” (Deen Castronovo)
- “Hold On” (Jeff Keith)
- “Just One Night” (Jason Scheff)
- “I Live for the Weekend” (Dorothy & Tyler Connolly)
- “Fight the Good Fight” (Nancy Wilson)
- “Follow Your Heart” (Jack Blades)
- “Allied Forces” (Phil X)
- “Blinding Light Show” (Envy of None)
- “Fight the Good Fight (encore)” (Dino Jelusick)
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Conclusion
Dee Snider’s cover of “Lay It on the Line” is not just a tribute to Triumph’s legacy but also a celebration of rock music as a whole. With a star-studded lineup contributing to the Magic Power album, fans can look forward to a compelling collection that honors Triumph’s influence on the genre. As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be a monumental musical tribute.
FAQs
When is the release date for Magic Power: All Star Tribute to Triumph?
The album is set to be released on June 6.
Who are some of the notable contributors to the album?
Notable contributors include Sebastian Bach, Nancy Wilson, Slash, and many others from the rock community.
What was the original peak position of “Lay It on the Line” on the Billboard Hot 100?
“Lay It on the Line” peaked at No. 86 on the Billboard Hot 100.
