Metal Anarchy

Simon Says have announced their return. The band’s original lineup, vocalist Matt Franks, guitarist Zac Diebels, bassist Mike Arrieta, and drummer Mike Johnston, have already signed a new deal with THC: Music.

The band are currently working on a new album and are planning to release it in May 2024. The effort will be preceded by a three-track EP. That effort will include a new single, a re-recorded and updated version of a song from “Jump Start,“ and a re-recorded version of the “Shut Your Breath” b-side “Dyslexic Smile.“

Furthermore, “Jump Start” and “Shut Your Breath” will also be receiving new digital releases. New remastered versions of “Little Boy” and “Perfect Example“ will be hitting digital services in December as well.

Vocalist Matt Franks commented:

“It really happened by accident. We got back together and got in a room to even discuss this stuff, because of the huge amount of fan interest in the first two records, which, at the time, were not even available digitally. So, we got together to discuss that, and try to figure out how to reconnect with our former label, Hollywood, and find a path to release for those records, which really sparked a renewed interest and friendship for all of us, after getting in the same room after so long.

As so much time had passed, you realize hurt feelings from 20 years ago don’t really matter anymore, and I think we all have kind of a renewed appreciation and respect for each other, and the ability for us to even be able to play music together. We’re just thankful there are so many fans still pulling for us, and looking forward to whatever new experiences this next chapter will bring, for us, and the fans.”