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Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) Appears In New Movie “Manipulated”

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon and members of his family appear in a new movie called “Manipulated.” That film was directed by Witherspoon‘s friend Matt Berman and it stars Kelly Perine, Chase Masterson, Traci Lords, and more. A teaser trailer for the movie can be found HERE and a description from Berman can be read below:

“‘Manipulated‘ is a taut Drama, Mystery, Whodunnit with an ensemble cast. Diane Conrad, district attorney, is under extreme pressure to resolve a case that has politicians as well as the local community on edge. The clock is ticking and the stakes and emotions are running high. Can anyone trust what they see or hear? Why is Detective Scott Keating taking the biggest gamble of his career ? With evidence in short supply, and the personal and professional lives of all concerned unraveling, can you believe anything anyone says? It’s game on.”

[via The PRP]

Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) Continues Sessions For Upcoming Solo Album

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon has re-entered Sweetwater Studios in Fort Wayne, IN to continue the recording process for his new solo album. He said the following about that:

“Great time @sweetwaterstudios laying down vocals amazing Spot y’all. Thanks my brother @sahaj_ticotin for the intro working on more new Jams for my solo & having my family with me on this writing time was the best meant the World 🙏🏾❤️❤️so much fun with y’all 🙏🏾❤️❤️🎙🎙🎙🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🔥🔥🔥 @chandlerlimited”

Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) Releases Cover Of Jacob Banks’ “Chainsmoking”

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Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) has released a cover of Jacob Banks’ “Chainsmoking.” The frontman commented:

“This cover of Jacob Banks’s “Chainsmoking” is a teaser track for what I have coming up with my solo project. The song features Sahaj Ticotin who is making all the sounds behind the vocals with no instruments. I’m very excited to finally get something out that shows a bit of the direction I’m heading in. Please hit the subscribe button so you know when new stuff comes out and thank you for checking it out!!”

Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) Teases Cover Of Jacob Banks’ “Chainsmoking”

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Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) will be releasing a cover of Jacob Banks’ “Chainsmoking” on January 1. You can find a teaser for that track below:

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon And His Wife Thank Fans For Their Support Following The Loss Of Their Unborn Child

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Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) and his wife Ashley have revealed that they have sadly lost their unborn child. The singer recently commented on the heartbreaking news, while also thanking fans for their support.

Lajon said the following:

“Hey Y’all, As many of the extended @Sevendust family are aware (you know you aren’t fans to us, but our family), there was going to be another addition to the Witherspoon family band. We never take these blessings lightly and we know these crazy times present challenges for all of us. Unfortunately, complications arose that we were unable to plan for. Even with the best efforts of everyone involved including my lovely wife Ashley, we lost our precious baby.

We are so heartbroken. Thankfully Ashley is doing ok and with the support of y’all around us, we will get through this.

We appreciate the immense outpouring of love that has come our way through this difficult time and for that we just wanted to say thank you from all of us. We love you all and take care of each other.”

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon Says His Upcoming Solo Album Is “A Lot More Soulful”

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During a recent interview with 97.7 QLZ, Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon talked a bit about his upcoming solo album. The frontman said the following:

“It’s different. It’s got some rock in there, but [it’s] a lot more soulful. I think it’s even a little bit more radio friendly, if it’s okay to say it. Also, there’s some country in there. It’s a different avenue than SEVENDUST, but I think that some people who like SEVENDUST can hang out on the avenue and jam and still rock out. But I definitely feel like I’m going down a different — I’m just doing something a little bit different.”

[via Blabbermouth]

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon Says He Is “Six Or Seven Songs Deep” Into His Upcoming Solo Album

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During a recent interview with Bladerunner Radio and KMMY FM, Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon offered an update on his upcoming solo album, which he is working on with Daniel “Sahaj” Ticotin, a multi-instrumentalist who previously contributed to Mötley Crüe’s “The Dirt” soundtrack. Witherspoon said the following:

“I’m doing some music. I look forward to getting it out there for everyone to hear. It’s definitely [an] avenue, a street or two away from SEVENDUST, but still cool. I’m still writing songs. Probably about six or seven songs deep. Just taking my time. I’m not in a hurry about it at all. It’s exciting.”

[via Blabbermouth]

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon Films Part In New Movie “Oh It’s Personal”

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon took part in a poker scene for the upcoming movie “Oh It’s Personal.” That film stars Kelly Perine, Traci Lords, etc. and it is expected to be released on October 10. Director Matt Berman said the following about the movie:

“Three woman are suspects in the murder of John Davis. With major pressure for a win from the Mayor and the investigation stalling, D.A. Diane Conrad asks her best interrogator Detective Scott Keating (who has been on an extended leave of absence due to a family tragedy) to take the lead on this case and find out who is guilty of the murder.”

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon “Writing With A Very Well-Known Singer In The Rock World” For Solo Project

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon is still working on a solo project and has revealed that he will be “writing with a very well-known singer in the rock world.” He said the following on “Jon’s Untitled Podcast”:

“Actually, I’m still working on some solo stuff. So I’m excited about that too… You know I put a song out on iTunes called ‘Love Song‘ you know that some people seemed to dig. It was a little different side to what I do. I do know that I’ll be doing some writing with a very well-known singer in the rock world that I really admired. I think a lot of people will be excited about but I can’t say no more than that. We’ve been wanting to do some music for a long time l, so we’re gonna make that happen and it’ll be with my solo stuff. So yea just in the future, not too long. When the Sevendust ship starts slowing down a bit, taking on a lil’ water. [laughs]”

[via The PRP]

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon Releases New Solo Track “Love Song”

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon has released a new solo track titled “Love Song.“ You can purchase it in various digital outlets and stream it via Spotify.