Long Way to Go

The Zoo Crew is spinning "Long Way to Go," the high-octane opener from The Dead Daisies' 2016 album Make Some Noise, for all the Zoo Freaks tuning in. This track, a fan favorite, carries a special significance. Guitarist David Lowy revealed in an interview with Revolver that the song's music is an ode to his friend Doc Neeson of The Angels, while vocalist John Corabi crafted lyrics that resonate with global issues, giving it a timeless edge. The song's unique rhythm, with its mix of 4x4 and 2x4 bars, creates an infectious groove, as Lowy noted in a 2022 Rockpit feature. A 2021 video lesson by guitarist Doug Aldrich on BraveWords broke down its searing riffs, inviting fans to learn its structure. The song’s live energy was captured in the 2022 Live From Daisyland release, with Glenn Hughes’ vocals adding fresh fire, as highlighted by The Rockpit. Posts on X from 2017 celebrated the music video surpassing 1.5 million views, a testament to its enduring appeal.

The Dead Daisies also made waves with "Long Way to Go" by integrating it into a groundbreaking mobile game, Daisy’s Revenge, developed with Creative Works London using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine. As detailed in a 2021 BraveWords article, this project, born during the pandemic, blended rock with gaming, featuring the band’s heroine, Daisy. The initiative, championed by manager David Edwards, aimed to keep fans engaged when live shows were paused, showcasing the band’s innovative spirit. The track’s raw, unpolished vibe, with minimal guitar overdubs, was a deliberate choice, as Aldrich shared with HEAVY Magazine in 2016, aiming for a gritty, classic rock feel reminiscent of the 1970s and 1980s.

The Dead Daisies were born in Sydney, Australia, in 2012, sparked by a serendipitous collaboration between singer-songwriter Jon Stevens, formerly of Noiseworks and INXS, and guitarist David Lowy, previously with Mink. As recounted on Last.fm, their chemistry was instant—after being reintroduced by music industry veteran David Edwards, they wrote 12 songs in just six hours. This creative explosion laid the foundation for their self-titled debut album, recorded in 2013 at Wishbone Studios in Los Angeles with producer John Fields. Released via Caroline/Universal, the album featured their first single, "Lock N’ Load," co-written and featuring guitar by Slash of Guns N’ Roses. The band’s rotating lineup, often described as a “musical collective,” has included rock heavyweights like Doug Aldrich, Marco Mendoza, and John Corabi, drawing from their experiences with bands such as Whitesnake, Mötley Crüe, and Guns N’ Roses.

Known for their relentless work ethic, The Dead Daisies have built a global following through tireless touring and festival appearances, from Download Festival to Hellfest. Their official platforms keep fans connected: follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Fans, or “Daisy Freaks,” gather on community spaces like the Dead Daisies Fan Group on Facebook, where they share concert stories and memorabilia. The band’s official website offers the latest news, tour dates, and exclusive content, making it a hub for Zoo Freaks and beyond to dive into their rock ‘n’ roll world.