Rock Sun Records, in partnership with Virgin Music Group, is proud to welcome hard-hitting rock outfit GEARS to its growing roster of boundary-pushing artists.
This new chapter for GEARS comes on the heels of a year marked by both tragedy and transformation. The band suffered the devastating loss of founding member and drummer Jimmy Wooten earlier this year—a blow that deeply impacted the band, their fans, and the greater rock community. Known for his ferocious playing style, creative spirit, and unwavering passion, Jimmy was the heartbeat of GEARS and a cornerstone of their sound and identity.
Now, with heavy hearts but a renewed sense of purpose, GEARS is moving forward—introducing new members and preparing for the release of a powerful collection of songs that mark Jimmy Wooten’s final recorded contributions to the band. This upcoming release will serve not only as a tribute to his legacy, but also as a launchpad for the next phase of GEARS.
“This is an emotional and pivotal moment for us,” said the band in a joint statement. “Jimmy helped shape every note of what GEARS became. These new songs are the last we created with him, and releasing them through Rock Sun Records/Virgin Music Group gives us the strength and support we need to continue the journey he helped begin.” "This isn’t just about business," adds Rock Sun Founder Tom Hooks. "This is about legacy, love, and loyalty. This is about making sure that the thing Jimmy believed in so fiercely continues to live and breathe and thrive. I’ve made a commitment to do this with nothing but respect, heart, and the kind of attention to detail that Jimmy always brought to the table."
The forthcoming release promises to deliver the aggressive energy, melodic depth, and raw honesty GEARS is known for—now elevated by the emotional weight of honoring a fallen brother and embracing a new era.
More information about the new release and the band’s next steps will be announced in the coming weeks.
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