Former GREAT WHITE And JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE Members Release Music Video For Debut ONCE BITTEN Single 'Rockin' Like The 80's'
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ONCE BITTEN, the new band featuring past members of GREAT WHITE — Tony Montana from the multi-platinum era and co-writer of some of their biggest hits, and powerhouse vocalist and former member of GREAT WHITE, Andrew Freeman — along with longtime members of JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE, Robby Lochner, Dan McNay and Ken Mary, has released an official animated music video for its debut single, "Rockin' Like The 80's".
Staying true to the legendary GREAT WHITE sound, the band moves forward following the passing of iconic GREAT WHITE frontman Jack Russell, building on the legacy and opening a new chapter. With Freeman front and center, ONCE BITTEN delivers a no-holds-barred anthem that channels pure 1980s swagger, nostalgia, and unapologetic rock 'n' roll energy.
"This track is a full-on celebration of the '80s vibe we all lived for," says Montana. "It hits hard in the live set alongside the old hits. When you play it, you feel that young-band spark again — reckless, raw, and alive."
"Jack left a massive legacy," adds Freeman. "We're not here to replace it, we're here to honor it. 'Rockin' Like The 80s' is about carrying that spirit forward, giving fans a modern twist on the radio hits of that era."
The new single slides seamlessly alongside classic GREAT WHITE staples like "Rock Me", "House Of Broken Love", "Face The Day", "Can't Shake It", "Call It Rock N' Roll", "Mista Bone" and the timeless "Once Bitten, Twice Shy".
When "Rockin' Like The 80's" was first released last October, ONCE BITTEN said in a statement: "'Rockin' Like the 80's' is our tribute to the era we grew up in — the time when GREAT WHITE was at its peak. It's packed with the sounds, the energy and the vibe of that decade… but most importantly, it's dedicated to YOU — our friends and family who've stood by us through JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE and now with ONCE BITTEN. From running band pages, to spreading the word, to showing up at shows — you've been part of the journey, and we are grateful and feel blessed for the friendships we've made along the way. This song is our open letter of thanks."
In a video update, Freeman said about "Rockin' Like The 80's": "Tony Montana wrote this awesome song. I tracked the vocals for it. It's a fun song, and it's trying to bridge the gap between the '80s generation and today. And it's brilliant. Tony wrote the whole thing, and it's brilliant. Tony and Robby Lochner, I think, gets an honorable mention. I know he did something on it as far as writing is concerned."
Regarding ONCE BITTEN's future plans, Andrew said: "Basically, ONCE BITTEN is JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE with me singing. So the guys that played with Jack all those years are in the band, and we were doing some shows and we're doing songs, we're writing songs. Because why not? Because they don't wanna stop playing, and I don't blame 'em. So we're making music, 'cause that's what we do. And we weren't blessed with a brand name where we could just go out and do whatever we want. But we can do whatever we want, and we are."
ONCE BITTEN performs GREAT WHITE classics and new hits.
Tony first came on the scene as the bassist for GREAT WHITE on the tour for "Once Bitten…" and was part of the band through its most successful period. After spending time away, he reunited with original GREAT WHITE singer Jack Russell, first playing bass and then guitar in JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE.
Russell's death was announced by his family in a social media statement on August 15, 2024.
The news of Jack's passing came less than a month after he announced that he was retiring from touring following a diagnosis of Lewy body dementia.
(Source: www.blabbermouth.net)
