Key Takeaways
Rise Against prides itself on its deep connection with fans, which is further enhanced by the A.R.T. Project. This initiative allows fans to shape the visual aspect of their new album, Ricochet, by engaging in artistic collaboration. It’s a unique way to recognize the significance of community and the collective strength of music.
A recent press release from the band’s management confirmed that Ricochet is officially available, distributed by Loma Vista.
The launch of the A.R.T. Project is directly tied to the album’s release. At its heart, the A.R.T. Project encourages unity through music and creativity, especially in a time of social division. Emphasizing their belief in music as a shared experience, Rise Against invites fans to take part in their artistic journey, celebrating the community that has supported them for over 25 years.
As part of this initiative, the band filmed a special sit-down conversation during an engaging art activation in Los Angeles to kick off the campaign. On this day, numerous dedicated fans were invited to contribute to the visual narrative of Ricochet by creating original posters that would serve as backdrops for their upcoming music videos. During live performances of select tracks from the album, fans stood alongside the band, showcasing their artwork inspired by the record’s lyrics and themes, resonating with the album’s emotional urgency.
Watch the conversation and the music video for Ricochet below:
The bond between Rise Against and their audience is remarkable. The band has consistently served as a unifying force, crafting music that resonates through generations and fosters connection through shared sentiments. With a discography steeped in empathy, urgency, and community, their sound merges intensity with melody, reflecting societal issues and the experiences of their listeners.
With Ricochet, Rise Against presents perhaps their most intense and urgent work to date. The album has garnered accolades from numerous outlets, including Billboard, Clash, Classic Rock, Consequence, Dork, The Guardian, Line of Best Fit, Metal Hammer, Rolling Stone, and many more, praised for its immediacy and emotional depth.
The A.R.T. Project marks the launch of a series of new music videos from Ricochet, set to debut in the upcoming weeks as the band gears up for their highly-anticipated headlining spring tour. This tour begins on March 3 in Providence, RI, featuring special guest band Destroy Boys. Rise Against will be showcasing their iconic sound and socially aware music across North America, covering major cities including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Pittsburgh, and Madison.
Recently, Rise Against members participated in the “Defend Minnesota” benefit alongside Tom Morello. Tim had discussions about the event with both 93x here and The Current here.
For a complete list of tour dates, see below. Tickets are currently on sale at https://riseagainst.com/tour.
