THE CRYPT ft. DEE SNIDER: ‘Rock Kommander’
10th December 2024‘Rock Kommander’ is an epic collaboration celebrating the Rock and Metal Community. This groundbreaking project features legendary vocalist Dee Snider along with rising Swedish heavy metal band THE CRYPT, merging gaming and rock like never seen before.
The title track “Rock Kommander” captures the energy and diversity of the metal genre and is the official theme song for the mobile game of the same name, being performed by Pepper, the enigmatic frontwoman of THE CRYPT, alongside Dee Snider. The six-minute-long anthem has been composed by prolific songwriter Leif Edling (CANDLEMASS).
Of course known worldwide as the frontman of TWISTED SISTER, Dee Snider has been a cornerstone of rock and metal over 6(!) decades now.
Beyond his chart-topping hits and electrifying stage presence, Snider is also an outspoken advocate for the rock community.
His collaboration on “Rock Kommander” brings his legendary energy to the next generation of rock fans.
THE CRYPT is Sweden’s latest Heavy Metal Powerhouse act.
Originally the brainchild of Leif Edling of CANDLEMASS fame, THE CRYPT is a Stockholm-based band redefining gothic and occult metal.
Their music channels the vibes of 1970s icons like COVEN, BLACK SABBATH, and BLUE ÖYSTER CULT, delivering dark atmospheres, catchy melodies, and thunderous riffs. Pepper, known for her powerful voice and theatrical Metal Priestess persona, leads the charge, backed by a stellar line-up of top Swedish musicians.
THE CRYPT debuted on Metal Department earlier this year with their eponymous release to fantastic critical acclaim, including the coveted ‘Album Of The Month’ placing in Rock Hard magazine.
THE CRYPT is:
Pepper (Vocals)
Danne McKenzie (Drums)
Rigor Mortimer (Bass)
Dave McKenzie (Guitar)
Floke (Keyboards)
Besides the title-track, the new EP features 3 brand new THE CRYPT tracks + a reworked version of their 2019 track “I Love The Darkness (Midnight Version)”
The Mini-Album will be available on both CD & vinyl formats, as well as streaming on all major platforms.
‘Rock Kommander’ CD tracklist:
- Rock Kommander – Extended Version (6:13) – FEATURING DEE SNIDER
- Blood For Blood (5:46)
- And The Fallen Still Can Fly (5:32)
- Where The Dead Don’t Sleep (4:50)
- I Love The Darkness – Midnight Version (4:09)
‘Rock Kommander’ 12″ vinyl tracklist:
SIDE A:
Rock Kommander – Extended Version (6:13) – FEATURING DEE SNIDER
Blood For Blood (5:46)
SIDE B
And The Fallen Still Can Fly (5:32)
Where The Dead Don’t Sleep (4:50)
I Love The Darkness – Midnight Version (4:09)
The extended version of the title-track “Rock Kommander” is exclusively available on the physical formats, whilst the streaming version is a shorter edit.
The physical formats of the EP will only be available for online purchase from:
https://store.rockkommander.com/ (CD & vinyl)
https://metaldepartment.com/ (vinyl only)
The title-track “Rock Kommander” is already available as a lyric-video on Youtube.
You can also enjoy both Dee Snider and Pepper in the free mobile game Rock Kommander by Wildcore Games right now!
Rock Kommander is more than just a traditional game – it’s a celebration of the rock and metal lifestyle. Players become band managers, building their dream line-ups,
battling other bands, and climbing to the top. With real-life musicians like Pepper, Dee Snider, Jeff Waters (ANNIHILATOR), Gus G. (FIREWIND) and many others featured as in-game characters, the game creates a unique connection between fans and their idols.
Committed to the rock & metal community, Rock Kommander has sponsored major events like the 2024 Time to Rock Festival in Sweden and plans to host exclusive meet-ups with bands at further festivals worldwide in 2025.
