BAD WOLVES have announced singer-songwriter Daniel “DL” Laskiewicz as their new lead vocalist.
Laskiewicz has established himself as a force to be reckoned with over the last 15-plus years, most notably as a founding member and lead guitarist of THE ACACIA STRAIN, of which he was a member from 2001 to 2013. A notable producer as well, he’s also worked on projects with ALL THAT REMAINS, LEGION, FOR THE FALLEN DREAMS and collaborated with BAD WOLVES on their 2019 studio album “N.A.T.I.O.N.”
BAD WOLVES are led by drummer and co-founding member John Boecklin, who made a commitment to fans that the band would continue after the departure of their previous singer, Tommy Vext, in January 2021.
BAD WOLVES announced Laskiewicz’s addition to the band via a statement on social media earlier today, writing: “We are excited to officially announce that BAD WOLVES has a new singer — Daniel ‘DL’ Lasckiewicz. DL is a tremendous songwriter and singer, and we can confidently say that the album we are working on, titled ‘Dear Monsters’, is the best BAD WOLVES album to date.
“DL is one of the most talented and hard-working people we have ever had the pleasure to know. He is a team player, a creative force, and overall a great human being who fits perfectly with our BW family. It feels incredible to be surrounded with such positive energy and the music we’ve made is certainly reflective of this new-found optimism and collaborative spirit. This new album shows a more cohesive and unique reflection of the band. There is a lot to prove and expectations are high with a new singer coming in. And we nailed it. The songs speak for themselves, and if you’re a BAD WOLVES fan we know you won’t be disappointed.
“So much has happened since Tommy publicly quit BAD WOLVES a few months ago — and we disagree with the validity of much of what he has said publicly about our parting of ways — but we would prefer to not look back on the past and instead focus on this new chapter. And most importantly, we’d like to let the music speak for itself.
“Thanks for believing in BAD WOLVES and please join us in welcoming DL to the family. We can’t wait for you to hear what’s coming.”
Vext originally announced his departure from BAD WOLVES in a since-deleted Instagram Live video, insisting that he was forced out by his former bandmates and record label, Better Noise Music, over his conservative political views.
Photo credit: Karen Jerzyk
We are excited to officially announce that Bad Wolves has a new singer – Daniel “DL” Lasckiewicz. DL is a tremendous songwriter and singer, and we can confidently say that the album we are working on, titled Dear Monsters… {cont} https://t.co/BxHVNhnvqp pic.twitter.com/XicKX1cdhR
— Bad Wolves (@badwolves) June 2, 2021