Published: June 17, 2025
Photo: Rick Diamond
CLOSE ENEMIES has released Rain, a powerful new single featuring AEROSMITH bassist TOM HAMILTON, along with a striking lyric visualizer. The band has also confirmed additional dates for their upcoming tour across North America.
Close Enemies, the powerhouse band featuring Tom Hamilton – multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, and bassist of the biggest-selling American rock band of all time, Aerosmith – joined by legendary drummer Tony Brock (The Babys and Rod Stewart), touring veterans Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow and Don Henley) and Trace Foster on guitar, and singer Chasen Hampton – who has been singing professionally since the age of 11 as a member and co-host of the famed 90s Mickey Mouse Club and pop group The Party – have released the new single “Rain” through TLG|ROCK, distributed through Virgin Music Group.
The band shares, “’Rain’ urges us to rise above adversity and spark change. Be bold, think big, and dream even bigger. It’s a call to action amidst adversity to manifest a transformative shift.”
The accompanying lyric visualizer, crafted by director Tom Flynn, captures the spirit of the band. “Tom took the footage we sent him and created a lyric video that not only showcases the message of the song but really captures our personalities and the fun we’re having as Close Enemies,” the band explains.
In support of the release, Close Enemies have announced upcoming tour dates under the banner “An Evening with Close Enemies – Live In Concert.” Fans can expect an intimate experience showcasing the band’s undeniable chemistry and a setlist packed with songs from Aerosmith & The Baby’s along with their originals.
Tour dates:
August
28 – Iroquois Ampitheater – Louisville, KY (with Tom Keifer & L.A. Guns)
29 – The Arcada Theatre – St. Charles, IL (with Winger)
30 – The Sonnentag – Eau Claire, WI (with Tom Keifer and L.A. Guns)
October
2 – Riviera Theatre – North Tonawanda, NY (with Tom Keifer)
4 – Daryl’s House Club – Pawling, NY
8 – Iridium Club – New York, NY
10 – Six String Grill & Stage – Foxborough, MA
November
7 – The Guild Theatre – Menlo Park, CA
8 – Goldfield Trading Post – Roseville, CA
9 – The Nile Theater – Bakersfield, CA
11 – Tower Theatre – Fresno, CA
13 – Stage Red – Fontana, CA
14 – The Coach House – San Juan Capistrano, CA
15 – Whisky A Go Go – Hollywood, CA
