Following the release of their new album Wild Dogs Unchained, via Massacre Records, legendary US heavy metal power trio, The Rods, have unveiled the new video for “Tears For The Innocent” – a haunting and emotionally charged track which stands as one of the most poignant moments on the record.
Written and sung by guitarist/vocalist David “Rock” Feinstein, “Tears For The Innocent” is a heartfelt reflection on the devastation of war and the human suffering it leaves behind.
“This song is about senseless war, and the innocent people that die because of it,” explains Feinstein. “We cry for those innocent people and feel sorry for what they have lost — their homes, their land, their lives.”
With its powerful message and stirring melodies, “”Tears For The Innocent” showcases The Rods’ timeless ability to merge heavy riffs with genuine emotion — a reminder that classic metal can still carry deep meaning and conscience.
On Wild Dogs Unchained, the playing is harder, the grooving is heavier, and the singing more soulful than ever before. David “Rock” Feinstein (guitar/vocals), Freddy Villano (bass), and Carl Canedy (drums) have crafted a definitive Rods album aimed at pleasing die-hard fans and new audiences alike.
Once again mixed and mastered by Chris Collier, Wild Dogs Unchained flexes considerable musical muscle and builds upon the ironclad sonic template that these three musicians have forged over recent years. Not content to rest on their laurels or their legacy, The Rods are getting tighter, more nuanced, and perhaps even more bludgeoning with age.
Order/stream the album here.
Tracklisting:
“Eyes Of A Dreamer”
“Rock And Roll Fever”
“Mirror Mirror”
“Tears For The Innocent”
“Wild Dogs Unchained”
“Time To Rock”
“Run Run Run”
“World On Fire”
“Make Me A Believer”
“Hurricane”
“Wild Dogs Unchained” video:
“World On Fire” lyric video:
Track By Track:
“Eyes Of A Dreamer”, David Feinstein
This song is about people wanting to fulfill their dreams; never to worry how big your dreams are, or how hard it may be to achieve them. Even through tough times, be persistent and continue with determination to make your dreams in life reality.
“Rock And Roll Fever”, David Feinstein
This song is about musicians who are strong-willed and live for their music. Music to these individuals, as well as fans, becomes like a drug to them. It’s an addiction. It makes you feel good making the music and listening to the music. It makes the fans feel good, as well as the performers playing the music. Everybody’s got the “fever.”
“Mirror Mirror”, David Feinstein
This song is about looking at yourself. What do you think of yourself? What kind of person do you think you are? What kind of person should you be? Look in the mirror, “Are you evil or divine?”
“Tears For The Innocent”, David Feinstein
This song is about senseless war, and the innocent people that die because of it. We cry for those innocent people and feel sorry for what they have lost. Their homes, their land, their lives.
“Wild Dogs Unchained”, David Feinstein
Carl Canedy is the writer of this particular song, but I think I can speak for him in saying that this song is about fighting to be free. It pertains to all people. Fight for your freedom.
“Time To Rock”, David Feinstein
For a rock musician, it is always “Time to Rock.” It’s anticipating an event or concert that you will be playing at. The excitement, the lights, the electrify in the air. It’s always a rush when it’s “Time to Rock.”
“Run Run Run”, David Feinstein
This song is about being free. Casting your fate to the wind. More like a biker anthem. A feeling that I think most of us would like to feel sometime. To know the feeling of what it’s like to really be free.
“World On Fire”, David Feinstein
Inspired by the state that our world is in right now. Wars, hunger, homelessness. It’s about having faith that our world will get better and asking, “What can we do to help make that happen?”
“Make Me A Believer”, David Feinstein
This song is about perseverance. No matter how hard things get in life, to stand up and do what is needed to make things better. To be a believer and to always fight for what is right.
“Hurricane”, David Feinstein
This song is about a car called “Hurricane” owned by an eager person who is possessed with the idea that his car is the best, fastest car on the street. “Hurricane” is always ready for a challenge.
Lineup:
David “Rock” Feinstein – guitar/vocals
Freddy Villano – bass
Carl Canedy – drums
Guest Musicians:
Lonnie Park – keyboards & orchestration
(Photo – Roger William Theise)
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