Ronnie Simmons ft. Richie Ramone on new single Little Misunderstood

Ronnie Simmons and The Redback Spiders Drop Punk Rock Anthem ‘Little Misunderstood’ - ‘Bite! Part One’ EP coming November 22nd on Suburban Records. Fronted by Ronnie Simmons (Rose Tattoo, Richie Ramone, ex-Faster Pussycat) and featuring Richie Ramone on drums, this anthem serves as a message of hope for future generations to stay true to yourselves, never give up and follow your dreams.

Ronnie Simmons and The Redback Spiders are a new punk influenced hard rock band from Sydney Australia, fronted by Ronnie Simmons (Rose Tattoo, Richie Ramone, ex-Faster Pussycat). Today, the band releases their second single ‘Little Misunderstood’. Featuring Richie Ramone on drums, the track is a rebellious punk rock anthem inspired by Ronnie Simmons' teenage years growing up in Sydney Australia. In celebration of those who succeeded despite all odds and also in memoriam of those who didn't. A trip down memory lane, penned as a message of hope for future generations to stay true to yourselves, never give up and follow your dreams.

Ronnie Simmons and The Redback Spiders - ‘Little Misunderstood’ [Official Music Video]

‘Little Misunderstood’ is taken from the debut EP ‘Bite! Part One’ - coming November 22nd on Suburban Records - written and produced by Ronnie, recorded with Clay Davies at One More Time Recording in Los Angeles.

Influenced by classic punk, Australian pub rock, and a tinge of ska, the EP features Richie Ramone (The Ramones) and the late Chris Moye on drums, Johnny Martin (LA Guns) on bass, backing vocals by Danny Nordahl (Faster Pussycat) and Scott Churilla (Reverend Horton Heat). Lead vocals, all guitars, and saxophone are by Ronnie Simmons.

In discussing the collaborative effort behind the EP, Ronnie emphasized the invaluable support from friends he worked with at various stages of his time in Los Angeles. “It was really cool to have my friends come together to help bring this record to life. Everyone’s support and involvement definitely brought a spirit of fun and energy to the recording process,” he elaborates. “Having drums played by Richie Ramone on songs I'd written is something I'll be eternally proud of, and also being able to capture on record just how good a drummer Chris Moye was, really means a lot to me."

Last month, the band released their debut single ‘Alone With You’, celebrating the release with a show at the Sydney Harbour cruise, performing against the backdrop of the iconic Sydney skyline. Coinciding with the single release, Mozztronics launched the “RTS-1 Blood & Thunder” Ronnie Simmons signature edition effects pedal, which combines all of Ronnie’s favorite guitar tones into one signature unit.

When playing live, Ronnie is joined by his Redback Spiders: Hayden McGoogan and Sean Anderson on guitar, Tommy Hills on bass and Chip Scanu on drums. After just two live performances in Sydney, the band signed with Suburban Records in the Netherlands and are fast picking up momentum, with the debut EP “Bite! Part One” coming November 22nd.

Ronnie Simmons and The Redback Spiders – 2024 Australian ‘BITE!’ Tour:

• 21 NOV Factory Theatre (supporting Sweet), Sydney
• 23 NOV Greaser Bar, Brisbane
• 29 NOV Golden Vine, Bendigo
• 30 NOV Cherry Bar, Melbourne
• 14 DEC Factory Floor, Sydney