The legendary and iconic rock band Tesla proudly announces the release of a limited edition, double LP, “Real to Reel Vol II”, that is set to hit the shelves on Record Store Day, April 12th, 2025.
Originally released only at shows, “Real to Reel Vol II” is a cover song studio album that pays homage to classic rock tunes from the late 1960s and early 1970s. Tesla brings their unique touch to these iconic tracks, recorded using analog tape and vintage equipment, with a dedication to preserving the raw, authentic sound of the era.
The album showcases the band’s exceptional talent, captured in a live in studio setting, without the use of pro tools or an automated mixing console. The record was mixed by hand, sometimes with 6 hands on the mixing console at one time. Remarkably, Tesla accomplished the recording of 25 songs in just 30 days, working tirelessly from 10 am to midnight, pausing only for dinner.
“Real to Reel Vol II” is limited to just 2000 copies, the double LP will be available in a striking clear red vinyl, adding a visually stunning element to the auditory experience.
“Real to Reel Vol II” promises to be a collector’s item, offering fans a rare opportunity to own a piece of the band’s history in a format celebrated by music enthusiasts worldwide.
Make sure to mark April 12th, 2025, on your calendars and head to your nearest record store to secure your copy of this iconic release.
Tracklist:
1. All the Young Dudes
2. Make it last
3. Shooting Star
4. Not Fragile
5. Street Fighting Man
6. Is It My Body
7. I Want to Take You Higher
8. Do You Feel Like We Do
9. Beer Drinkers and Hell Raiser
10. Seasons of Wither
11. Saturday Night Special
12. War Pigs
Tickets for the “Keepin’ It Real” Tour 2025 are available for purchase here.
US Tour Dates 2025:
Mar 4 @ Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA
Mar 5 @ Florida Theatre in Jacksonville, FL
Mar 7 @ House of Blues Orlando in Lake Buena Vista, FL
Mar 10 @ Monsters of Rock Cruise 2025 in Miami, FL
Mar 16 @ Seminole Casino Coconut Creek in Coconut Creek, FL
Mar 22 @ Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, NV
Apr 25 @ Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, CA
April 26 @ Quechan Casino in Winterhaven, CA
Jun 1 @ Indian Ranch in Webster, MA
Jun 4 @ Waterville Opera House in Waterville, ME
Jun 6 @ Hampton Beach Casino in Hampton, NH SOLD OUT
Jun 7 @ @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, NH SOLD OUT
Jun 19 @ Summerfest 2025 in Milwaukee, WI
Jun 20 @ Silver Creek Event Center in New Buffalo, MI
Jun 22 @ Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, IL
Jun 28 @ Route 66 Casino / Legends Theater in Albuquerque, NM
Jul 2 @ Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA
Jul 4 @ Casino Del Sol in Tucson, AZ
Aug 2 @ Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO
Aug 4 @ Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis, SD
Aug 28 @ Duquoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, IL
That they are still roaring and soaring should be no surprise. That’s just how they are built. Tesla may have been born in the mid-80s, but their bluesy, soulful sound is strongly embedded in the roots of organic, authentic, 1970s rock and roll. The same roots that produced bands like The Allman Brothers, Grand Funk Railroad, AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Aerosmith.
The ground started shaking in Sacramento, CA, in 1984; gold country that would soon be producing some platinum. They started out as City Kidd, until a suggested name change to Tesla, honoring the eccentric inventor Nikola Tesla, who pioneered all things electrical. Their 1986 platinum debut album, “Mechanical Resonance”, included Top 40 hits “Modern Day Cowboy” and “Little Suzi”. 1989’s double-platinum “The Great Radio Controversy” included hits “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out)” and “Love Song”. Suddenly, Tesla, who had been touring with bands such as Def Leppard and David Lee Roth, earned headlining status. In 1990, Tesla helped reshape the face of modern rock music by stripping down to the Five Man Acoustical Jam, an informal collection of their biggest hits peppered with rock and roll classics by the Beatles, Stones, and others. This album produced their biggest hit single to date, a cover of Five Man Electrical Band’s “Signs”. Other 90s albums from Tesla include platinum selling “Psychotic Supper” and “Bust a Nut.” The band continues to record and release material including 9 new albums since 2000.
Tesla has endured many of the same taste-changing challenges that affected many in the post-grunge world, but through it all, their blue-collar work ethic and dedication to the faithful fan base has helped them not just survive, but thrive. Tesla’s legacy is alive and well as they continue to record and sellout venues all over the world. As comfortable, rugged, and dependable as your favorite pair of boots, they endure. Tesla is a celebration of the greatest spirits of rock and roll.
Line-up:
Jeff Keith – Vocals
Frank Hannon – Guitar
Dave Rude – Guitar
Brian Wheat – Bass
Steve Brown – Drums
Weblinks:
teslatheband.com
www.facebook.com/TeslaBand
