Trucker Diablo Roars Back with New Album Social Hand Grenade and Hard-Hitting Single “Dig”

Northern Ireland’s Rock Rebels Are Back!

After a decade of powerhouse albums and a well-earned reputation for big riffs and bigger stage presence, Trucker Diablo is charging back onto the scene with Social Hand Grenade, a collection that promises to push their sound into uncharted territory. Their latest single, “Dig,” marks the dawn of a new era for the band, with its menacing groove and punchy lyrics that capture the raw struggle of digging deep and pushing forward through life’s challenges.

Formed in 2008 by Simon Haddock and Tom Harte, Trucker Diablo’s original lineup included Glenn Harrison on bass and Terry Crawford on drums. The band made waves with their early releases, The Devil Rhythm and Songs of Iron, landing high-profile gigs alongside rock titans Foo Fighters and Black Stone Cherry. After a hiatus, the band returned with bassist Jim McGurk, bringing a new energy that has fueled four albums over the past decade, culminating in Social Hand Grenade.

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About the Band

• Tom Harte: Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar
• Simon Haddock: Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals
• Jim McGurk: Bass, Backing Vocals
• Terry Crawford: Drums

Hailing from Craigavon, Northern Ireland, the guys have a love for loud guitars and unfiltered energy. Bassist Jim McGurk, who sports a rugged, Gandalf-esque look, even lives on a mountain surrounded by sheep—a fitting setting for crafting those heavy-hitting bass lines.

The Sound of Trucker Diablo Trucker Diablo describes their sound as a blend of Metallica’s thunderous riffs, Thin Lizzy’s soul, and Nickelback’s stadium-sized choruses. “We’re here for fans who crave raw, unapologetic rock,” says Harte. The single “Dig” explores the struggle of navigating life’s crossroads and making tough choices, wrapped in a hard-hitting beat and unforgettable chorus that’s “simple but effective.”

Catch Trucker Diablo Live! In celebration of Social Hand Grenade, Trucker Diablo will be hitting the stage for a series of explosive shows. Check them out here:

• Oct 26 – The Diamond Rock Club, Northern Ireland
• Nov 14 – Bannermans, Edinburgh
• Nov 15 – Waterloo Bar, Blackpool
• Nov 16 – The Patriot, Crumlin, Wales

Career Highlights Trucker Diablo’s journey has been packed with accolades: performances at Download Festival, Ramblin’ Man, and Monsterfest, plus slots supporting Foo Fighters, Thin Lizzy, and Black Stone Cherry. They’ve hit the top of the Amazon charts, landed on playlists across MTV Australia and Triple M, and even featured in Rock Band 3 on Xbox. Their album Songs of Iron was a finalist for the NI Music Prize, proving they’re more than just another band on the scene.

Inside Story: Meeting Rock Legends Recalling their opening gig for Foo Fighters, the band shares that Dave Grohl, true to his reputation as “the nicest man in rock,” made a point to chat with them briefly, daughter in tow. “It was great to be standing a foot away from a legend,” they said. They also remember meeting the late Taylor Hawkins, a “sad loss to the music community.”

Press Praise

• Planet Rock: “Trucker Diablo simply charges at you headlong, a glorious rush of metal, rock, and general heft.”
• Classic Rock Magazine: “Stadium-sized pub rock.”
• Rush On Rock: “Thin Lizzy jamming with Black Stone Cherry in a backstreet Belfast bar.”

New Release Details Recording Date: April 2024
Genre: Hard Rock, Blues Rock, Stadium Rock
Label: Big Unit Records
Release Format: Self-published
ISRC: TCAIQ2443107

Listen to “Dig” and Connect with Trucker Diablo
Watch the video for “Dig” on YouTube, or listen to the single on Spotify and Apple Music.

Stay tuned to their official site and socials for updates, and catch Trucker Diablo’s unstoppable momentum as they continue their journey with Social Hand Grenade.

Social Links

• Official Website
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