The legendary Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider has announced his solo effort For The Love Of Metal will be released on July 27th via Napalm Records. The album was produced by Hatebreed’s Jamey Jasta and will feature contributions from Howard Jones (ex-Killswitch Engage), Mark Morton (Lamb of God), Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy) Toxic Holocaust’s Joel Grind and Nick Bellmore, and Charlie Bellmore (Kingdom of Sorrow.).

Snider expressed his excitement:

“I am beyond excited to be working with one of the world’s leading labels for heavy music, it’s a perfect home for this album! I believe there’s something for every hard rock and metal fan on this record and I cannot wait to unleash it on the world July 27th!”

Jasta added:

“I’m so happy and proud to have been a part of this project, Dee Snider is an American original, there is no other voice like his on earth, his power and passion really shine through on this album. Metal brings us all together and with Dee still at the forefront, it’s a great time to be a fan of heavy music!”

Jones revealed:

“To be given the chance to write for and sing with Dee Snider, one of the men responsible for shaping heavy music as it is today, is an absolute honor. The voice, the mind, the swagger…the man is one of a kind.”

White-Gluz commented:

“I am honored and humbled to sing alongside such a truly unique and talented soul. I love that Dee Snider has continued to shock people for decades just by being himself. I can’t wait for everyone to hear our duet! It was no easy task matching up to Dee’s level of vocal prowess but I was happy to accept the challenge and I’m in love with the results!”

Tracklist:

01) “Lies Are A Business”

02) “Tomorrow’s No Concern”

03) “I am The Hurricane”

04) “American Made”

05) “Roll Over You”

06) “I’m Ready”

07) “Running Mazes”

08) “Mask”

09) “Become The Storm”

10) “The Hardest Way”

11) “Dead Hearts (Love Thy Enemy)”

12) “For The Love of Metal”