Tenacious D have shared a covers medley of The Beatles’ “You Never Give Me Your Money” and “The End.” The duo said the following about that:
“Tenacious D are paying tribute to the greatest band in the world … not themselves…The Beatles!!! In the spirit of healing the world….please enjoy Tenacious D’s mashup of two classics from Abbey Road. All vinyl proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders.”
Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass has premiered a new video for his solo song “Vaccinated.” The track is a parody of the Ramones’ “I Wanna Be Sedated” and the clip features: John C. Riley, The Protomen, Steve Lukather (Toto), Danko Jones, Ben Wells (Black Stone Cherry), Kevin Weisman, Eli Weisman, Dan Finnerty, Kirk Ward, J.R. Reed, Cynthia Ettinger, Amy Lee (Evanescence), Kathy Najimy, Kelly Loomis, Jack Black (Tenacious D), Samantha Bee, and Wanni Yu. Gass commented:
“Getting the world vaccinated is the difficult but necessary challenge of our times. That is why I wrote this important anthem for all of humankind. Please enjoy getting ‘Vaccinated’. You’re welcome.”
The 2020 presidential election is only one week away! With this in mind, Tenacious D have decided to encourage fans to vote with an all-star cover of “Time Warp” from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” A video for the track can be found below and it features the following guests: Elizabeth Warren, Eric Andre, Ezra Miller, George Takei, Ilana Glazer, Jamie Lee Curtis, John Heilemann, John Waters, Karen O., King Princess, Michael Peña, Peaches, Pete Buttigieg, Phoebe Bridgers, Reggie Watts, Sarah Silverman, and Susan Sarandon. You can also purchase the song on limited edition vinyl in North America and Europe. Tenacious D commented:
“It’s astounding… time is fleeting… and the 2020 election is here. Time to ROCK-Y THE VOTE! And remember: it’s just a jump to the LEFT, and not a step to the right!”
Tenacious D will be hitting the road on a fall U.S. tour. The duo have partnered with 46 for 46 for the trek, which will find them performing and encouraging voter registration in swing states.
The band commented:
“[Trump is] the most divisive, corrupt and dangerous President in the modern history of this country, and we simply cannot stand for another four years of his administration! Now is the time to elect a REAL leader!
In 2016, six states were decided by 2 percentage points or less, and ten states were decided by 4 percentage points or less. Swing states played a pivotal role in the outcome of that election, and they will again in 2020. Knowing that, we looked at each other and agreed: just like the tale of Post-Apocalypto, it is time for Tenacious D to RIDE and help save the world from Trumpian destruction. With great rock comes great responsibility.”
Tour Dates:
09/25 Davenport, IA – Adler Theatre
09/26 Madison, WI – The Sylvee
09/27 Kalamazoo, MI – Kalamazoo State Theatre
09/29 Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre
10/01 Wilmington, NC – Wilson Center
10/02 Jacksonville, FL – Moran Theater
10/04 Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion
10/05 Richmond, VA – Dominion Energy Center
10/07 Philadelphia, PA – The Met Philadelphia
10/09 New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
Tenacious D have announced some summer shows with Wynchester. The band will be touring in support of their latest album “Post-Apocalypto.” Here’s the dates:
07/25 Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheater (with the Colorado Symphony)
07/27 Kansas City, MO – Starlight Theater
07/28 Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Theater
07/30 Saint Paul, MN – Palace Theatre
08/02 St. Louis, MO – Stifel Theatre
08/04 Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater
08/05 Atlanta, GA – Coca Cola Roxy Theatre
Tenacious D have shared episode two of the animated series on their new album “Post-Apocalypto” (out November 2). The clip also features a new song titled “Making Love.”
Tenacious D have shared episode one of the animated series on their new album “Post-Apocalypto” (out November 2). The clip also features a new song titled “Hope.”
Tenacious D have announced that they will be releasing a new album titled “Post-Apocalypto” on November 2. Once again, the effort sees the band joined by Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters) on drums. Furthermore, the group also plan to launch an animated “Post-Apocalypto” Youtube series on September 28. It will include six episodes featuring drawings done by Jack Black himself. Each character will be voiced by Black and Kyle Gass as well. You can find a teaser for that below:
A press release offered more insight into “Post-Apocalypto”:
“True to the title, Post-Apocalypto finds Tenacious D thrust into a world of complete and utter destruction following the drop of an atomic bomb. Surviving the attack in classic cinematic fashion (a good old imperishable 1950’s refrigerator), the duo quickly learns that new forms of evil have spawned from the blast. One thing becomes apparent — for humanity to prevail, Tenacious D must save the world.
With unimaginable twists and turns, an insane visit to the White House, a time machine, a space adventure, and the help of some tried and true daddy issues, Post-Apocalypto is as hilarious as it is political, and as brilliant and multi-faceted as its incredible creators. The songs are damn good, too.”
“Post-Apocalypto” Track Listing:
01. “POST-APOCALYPTO THEME”
02. “desolation”
03. “HOPE”
04. “cave women”
05. “MAKING LOVE”
06. “scientists”
07. “TAKE US INTO SPACE”
08. “i’ve got to go”
09. “FUCK YO-YO MA”
10. “reunion/not so fast”
11 “DADDY DING DONG”
12. “chainsaw bazooka machine gun”
13. “ROBOT”
14. “marCH”
15. “turd whistle”
16. “COLORS”
17. “who’s your daddy?”
18. “JB JR RAP”
19. “WOMAN TIME”
20. “SAVE THE WORLD”
21. “POST-APOCALYPTO THEME (REPRISE)”
Tour Dates:
10/06 San Bernardino, CA – Cal Jam 18
11/03 Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
11/04 Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
11/05 Boston, MA – House of Blues
11/07 Washington, DC – The Anthem
11/08 Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
11/09 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
11/10 Columbus, OH – Express Live! Indoor Pavilion
11/12 Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
11/13 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
11/14 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
12/10 Calgary, Canada – Grey Eagle Resort and Casino
12/11 Edmonton, Canada – Show Conference Centre
12/13 Vancouver, Canada – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
12/14 Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
12/15 Portland, OR – McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
12/17 Oakland, CA – Fox Theater
12/31 Las Vegas, NV – The Joint
Tenacious D have announced a tour and have also shared a teaser for their new album. The duo say the effort, which is reportedly titled “Post Apocalypto,” will “probably” be released this year. This news comes after they recently announced a “Pick Of Destiny” sequel.
Tour Dates:
06/15-16 Montebello, QC – Montebello Rock Fest
10/06 San Bernardino, CA – Cal Jam ’18
11/03 Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
11/05 Boston, MA – House of Blues
11/07 Washington, D.C. – The Anthem
11/08 Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
11/09 Pittsburgh, PA – The Stage AE
11/10 Columbus, OH – Express Live
11/12 Detroit, MI – Fillmore
11/13 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
During Tenacious D’s set at the Shaky Knees Festival in Atlanta, GA, Jack Black revealed that a sequel to “The Pick Of Destiny” will be released in October. He also added: “I don’t know where you’ll be able to see it, but we have decided that it’s happening and it’s coming out.” In related news, Black previously confirmed that the group’s new album will be called “Post Apocalypto.”
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