Rock guitar legend Billy Morrison is turning heads with two electrifying releases featuring hip-hop’s most famous voices. On December 13, 2024, Morrison left “Phenomenon”his hard-hitting single and video collaboration with rap pioneers Cypress Hill.

“Phenomenon” highlights Morrison’s long-standing friendship and creative connection with Cypress Hills B Real And Sen dog. Recorded in Cypress Hill’s Studio, the track combines Morrison’s signature guitar riffs with the rap legends’ unmistakable vocal power. The accompanying video takes it a step further, showcasing lasers, bouncing low riders and the gritty West Coast energy that Cypress Hill is known for.

“When I got the call from Billy, I was excited about this collaboration! We have known each other for many years, shared many stages and built a friendship and chemistry over the years. When the call came, I was there! It was great to be able to work on this project and we are thrilled with how the track and video turned out.” says B-REAL from Cypress Hill.

Billy Morrison shares, “Working with Cypress Hill & DMC was a dream come true. They are not just friends, but legends who shaped hip-hop. Her energy made these songs unforgettable and broke barriers with timeless music.”

Billy also released the video “Just like a movie”his explosive track from The Morrison Project– a bold fusion of rock and hip-hop that celebrates the power of legendary artistry, featuring the legendary rapper DMC from Run DMC.

Morrison’s video for “Just like a movie” vividly captures the essence of his collaboration DMCa hip hop pioneer and Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Shot on the streets of Brooklyn, the video combines raw, cinematic imagery with a heartfelt tribute to hip-hop’s roots, perfectly reflecting Morrison’s vision of blurring genres. The title is included The Morrison Project Album.

“Phenomenon” And “Just like a movie” are now available on all major streaming platforms. Both tracks will appear on a special double A-side vinyl release, scheduled for release in 2025. The British guitarist, singer and songwriter is best known as Billy Idols He has been a rhythm guitarist alongside the lead guitarist for 15 years Steve Stevens. Be The most recent collaboration with Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens, “Crack Cocaine,” rose to No. 1 on the Mediabase Active Rock Charts, further cementing his place as a powerhouse in the rock world. The Morrison Project is a testament to his team spirit and fearless commitment to creating boundary-pushing music that unites artists and genres in bold, unexpected ways.

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Bobby Caughron

Bobby Caughron is a music journalist and editor-in-chief of XS ROCK. After listening to KISS as a child, he began to become a lifelong fan of hard rock and metal music. He is still an avid fan of the ’80s metal scene and continues to discover and write new music in all rock genres today.

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