Joel Hoekstra, best known to rock fans as the current guitarist for Whitesnake and Trans-Siberian Orchestra (and also known for his work with Night Ranger and the Broadway show Rock of Ages), returns with his second album, ‘Running Games’ from his electrifying solo project, Joel Hoekstra’s 13. Joined by Russell Allen (vocals), Tony Franklin (bass), Vinny Appice (drums), and Derek Sherinian (keyboards), Joel and company pick up where his debut, ‘Dying To Live’ left off.

Long hailed for his fiery, tasteful guitar playing, Hoekstra’s playing here raises the bar to a new level.

Order/stream the album here: https://orcd.co/runninggames

Watch the animated music video for “Finish Line” HERE: https://youtu.be/vP-uu0lzyBI

Tracklist: 1. Finish Line 2. I’m Gonna Lose It 3. Hard To Say Goodbye 4. How Do You 5. Heart Attack 6. Fantasy 7. Lonely Days 8. Reach The Sky 9. Cried Enough For You 10. Take What’s Mine 11. Running Games 12. Lay Down Your Love (Bonus Track – Digital) Line-up: Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake/Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – guitars Russell Allen (Symphony X, Adrenaline Mob) – lead vocals, backing vocals Vinny Appice (ex-Black Sabbath, DIO) – drums Tony Franklin (ex-The Firm, Blue Murder) – bass Derek Sherinian (Sons Of Apollo, Dream Theater, Black Country Communion) – keyboards Jeff Scott Soto (Sons Of Appollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – backing vocals Special Guests: Lenny Castro (TOTO) – percussion Chloe Lowery (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) – backing vocals Dave Eggar (Evanescence, Coldplay) – cello Katie Kresek (Adele, Five For Fighting) – violin, viola For More Info Visit: http://www.joelhoekstra.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joelhoekstra13/ https://www.facebook.com/JoelHoekstra13