Published: May 22, 2026 · 12:52 PM EDT
The longtime Skid Row bassist and songwriter continues introducing his debut solo album through a more introspective and personal new single
Rachel Bolan of Skid Row has unveiled the new single and official video “Memory”, continuing the promotional rollout surrounding the upcoming debut solo album “Gargoyle of the Garden State”, scheduled for release on June 12, 2026.
The release marks the third single connected to the album and further expands the more personal and introspective direction explored throughout the project.
Rockum previously covered the earlier stages of the album rollout in Skid Row's Rachel Bolan Shares 'At War With Myself' Video Featuring Danko Jones from Solo Album 'Gargoyle of the Garden State' and Skid Row's Rachel Bolan Releases 'Anything But You' Video as Second Single From 'Gargoyle Of The Garden State'.
“Memory” presents a more emotionally reflective side of Rachel Bolan’s songwriting, balancing melodic structures with direct lyrical themes and stripped-back emotional delivery.
The track features:
Rachel Bolan — vocals, bass, guitar
Damon Johnson — lead guitar
Rob Hammersmith — drums
Matt Farley — backing vocals
The accompanying video continues developing the visual identity surrounding the album while emphasizing the personal atmosphere of the song.
After more than four decades with Skid Row, Rachel Bolan steps into a solo role under the name BOLAN through an album shaped by personal experiences, New Jersey influences, and decades of musical evolution.
Produced by multi-Grammy-winning producer Nick Raskulinecz, whose résumé includes work with:
Foo Fighters
Rush
Evanescence
Alice In Chains
Skid Row
the album combines elements of:
glam rock
punk rock
Brit pop
hard rock
new wave
while additionally showcasing Bolan performing most of the instrumentation himself.
SPECIAL GUESTS
The album additionally features contributions from:
Corey Taylor
Danko Jones
Nuno Bettencourt
Damon Johnson
Steve Conte
Scotti Hill
Dave “Snake” Sabo
Rob Hammersmith
TRACKLIST — “GARGOYLE OF THE GARDEN STATE”
1. Anything But You
2. At War With Myself (Feat. Danko Jones)
3. Memory
4. See You On The Other Side (Feat. Snake Sabo)
5. Bridges (Feat. Steve Conte)
6. Jet Black Universe (Feat. Nuno Bettencourt)
7. Big Stick (Feat. Corey Taylor)
8. Pretty Hell
9. Rock And Roll Star (Feat. Scotti Hill)
10. Devil In The White
11. Walk Away (Feat. Damon Johnson)
FORMATS
CD Digipak
1LP Gatefold (Black 180g Vinyl)
Digital & Download Formats
As bassist, songwriter, and founding member of Skid Row, Rachel Bolan helped shape the band’s identity across albums including:
“Skid Row”
“Slave to the Grind”
“Subhuman Race”
Through his songwriting, aggressive bass style, and melodic sensibility, Bolan became one of the defining figures connected to the late 1980s and early 1990s hard rock and heavy metal scene.
With “Memory” and “Gargoyle of the Garden State,” Rachel Bolan continues expanding beyond his longtime role within Skid Row, presenting a more personal and stylistically diverse side of his songwriting while remaining connected to the hard rock foundations that defined his career.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Watch the official video for “Memory” below.
