Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance Delivers Bold and Powerful Solo Debut Dark Horse
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Zachary Baker—better known to fans around the world as Zacky Vengeance, guitarist and founding member of multi-platinum rock powerhouse Avenged Sevenfold—steps into bold new territory with the release of his debut solo album, Dark Horse. In the lead-up to the album, Baker introduced listeners to the deeply personal singles “Lighthouse” and the title track “Dark Horse,” both of which earned early praise. Taste of Country hailed the title track as “the real deal…music that speaks from the heart,” while Consequence noted that the song could slip seamlessly into mainstream country radio rotation.
With Dark Horse, Baker swaps crushing distortion for dust and grit, carving out a distinct voice within the alt-country and outlaw country landscape. Embracing imperfection as part of the storytelling process, Baker leans into a raw, stripped-down approach shaped by the outlaw legends who fueled his imagination. The result is an unfiltered collection of songs rooted in honesty and grit. Blending poignant lyricism with Americana textures, Dark Horse marks a striking evolution—revealing a seasoned rock musician stepping confidently into a new role as a fully realized songwriter.
ZACHARY BAKER – DARK HORSE (VNGNZ RECORDS)
Release Date: April 3, 2026
Track List:
Dark Horse
Misfit Hearts
Unlikely Cowboy
I’ll Stop Pretending
Before I Go
Lighthouse
The Storm
Long Highway
Sar Crossed
Someday
Fireflies
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Links:
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