BABYLON A.D

“FACE OF GOD“

BABYLON A.D. RELEASES INSPIRATIONAL NEW SINGLE
“FACE OF GOD”

Derek Davis,

“FACE Of GOD is the most inspirational song I have ever written.”

Babylon A.D. continues to captivate rock fans with the release of their fourth single, “Face of God,” from their highly anticipated studio album, Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day. The single is now available on all major streaming platforms and is being sent to radio stations worldwide.

“Face of God” follows the success of previous singles, including Wrecking Machine, which climbed to #2 on the Mediabase Daily Classic Rock chart and garnered the support of icons like Alice Cooper on his syndicated radio show Alice’s Attic and Eddie Trunk on SiriusXM’s Hair Nation. The title track, Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day, also found chart success, reaching #3 on the Mediabase Daily Classic Rock chart.

Davis on the New Single
Lead singer and lyricist Derek Davis calls Face of God “the most inspirational song I have ever written.” Reflecting the band’s Christian faith,

“The song is about faith, hope, and redemption. Sometimes, a spiritual awakening is needed to better understand who we are and why we’re here. I hope that when people hear this song or watch the video, they find peace in their hearts. I believe God gave me my talent and has led me to the truth. I am thankful every day for the blessings I’ve received.” .- Derek Davis

Critical Acclaim for Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day
The new album has been praised by industry veterans and fans alike:

“All these years later, they still ‘Bang the Bells.’” – Max Volume, 105.7 KOZZ
“Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day is a gem-riddled roof of songs that sits firmly atop the Babylon A.D. empire.” – Scott Itter, Dr. Music/All Music Magazine
“If you love 80’s Hard Rock, this is an essential purchase.” – The Rock Pit

Upcoming Tour Dates
Babylon A.D. is gearing up to bring their new music to fans across the globe:

Jan 11, 2025 – Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, Tracy, CA
Sept 5-8, 2025 – Hard Rock Hell Sleaze Festival, O2 Academy, Leicester, England

About Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day
The 11-track album highlights Babylon A.D.’s signature hard rock sound, dynamic performances, and heartfelt songwriting.

Track listing and songwriters:

Wrecking Machine 4:16 D. Davis – J. Matthews
Pain 4:09 D. Davis – J. Matthews – R. Freschi
Sometimes Love Is Hell 5:25 D. Davis
Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day 4:27 D. Davis
Looking For A Heartbeat 4:21 D. Davis – R. Freschi
I Will Never Break Again 7:00 D. Davis – J. Matthews
White Hot Bullet 3:45 D. Davis
Crashed Into The Sun 4:52 D. Davis – R. Freschi – D. Soto – C. Pepe
Face Of GOD 6:30 D. Davis
Shut Up 4:31 D. Davis – D. Soto – C. Pepe
Super Beast 3:43 R. Freschi – J. Matthews – D. Soto

Album details:

Produced, Mixed, Engineered by Derek Davis @ The BADMOFO’s Recording Studio, Pleasanton, CA.
Drums recorded by Gabriel Shepard @ 25th Studios Oakland, CA.
Mastered By David Donnelly, DNA Mastering Los Angeles, CA.
Photos – Angela Probst – Studio A
Vintage Artwork Concept Design – Derek Davis

Band Members

Derek Davis – Vocals, Keyboard, Guitar
Ron Freschi – Lead Guitar, Background vocals
John Matthews – Lead Guitar
Craig Pepe – Bass, Background vocals
Dylan Soto – Drums / Background vocals
Background vocals on “I Will Never Break Again” by Lane Borchard

AboutBabylon A.D.

Formed in 1987, Babylon A.D. hails from the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Original members Derek Davis (vocalist/songwriter), guitarist John Matthews, and Ron Freschi (along with drummer James Pacheco and bassist Rob Reid) met in high school before they began playing together as “The Persuaders.” They made a name for themselves with powerful live performances and catchy songwriting, becoming one of the top drawing original Hard Rock bands in Northern California.

In 1989, the band changed their name to “Babylon A.D.” and caught the attention of Arista Records President and music mogul Clive Davis, who signed them after a live showcase in Los Angeles, thanks to their impressive three-song demo and homemade video. Just before their self-titled album “Babylon A.D.” was released in 1990, John Matthews departed the band and was replaced by Dan De La Rosa, another high school friend. The album included hard rock classics like “Bang Go The Bells,” “Hammer Swings Down,” and “The Kid Goes Wild,” featuring Screaming Sam Kinison, which was the trailer song and promotional video for Orion Pictures’ RoboCop 2. The band scored three #1 songs on Metal Radio and reached Gold status, spending 38 weeks on the Billboard Top 200, peaking at #46. Their second album, Nothing Sacred (1992), produced by the legendary Tom Werman, produced two more top-ten metal rockers, “Bad Blood” and “So Savage the Heart.” Their constant touring and several MTV videos made them a fan favorite.

In 1999, the band released Live In Your Face on Apocalypse Records, a compilation of live tracks from various cities across America. The release of American Blitzkrieg in 2002 followed, with both records being well received by critics and fans alike. In 2008, Babylon A.D. “In The Beginning” was released, compiling songs from their original demo tapes that secured their recording contract with Arista Records.

After a hiatus, the band started playing and recording again in 2014, touring the U.S. and Europe, and releasing the four-song EP Lost Sessions. In 2018, John Matthews rejoined the band, and they signed with Frontiers Records for their fourth studio album, Revelation Highway. Four singles, music videos, and more touring followed into early 2020. In 2022, original members James Pacheco and Rob Reid left the band for other pursuits, but remained connected to the band’s legacy and brotherhood of friendship that has lasted for over 30 years.
PRESENT DAY…

Fast forward to 2023, BABYLON A.D. announced new members Craig Pepe (bass) and Dylan Soto (drums) and a new live concert album, Live Lightning, from Perris Records. This album includes top-ten rock-radio classic hits from their debut album as well as songs from Nothing Sacred, American Blitzkrieg, and Revelation Highway.

Babylon A.D. continues to celebrate the release of their fifth studio album, Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day. The 11-track album delivers classic Babylon A.D. at full force, showcasing exceptional songwriting, dynamic performances, and their signature hard rock sound. The band has released new videos and singles and is actively performing select live shows across the U.S. in support of the album.