Tommy Henriksen's (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires)

CROSSBONE SKULLY
Team Up With Nikki Sixx (Mötley Crüe) For “High On You”
Debut Album ‘Evil World Machine’ Out Nov 22
Executive-Produced By Mutt Lange

(L-R: Alex Boch, Chris Wyse, Tommy Henriksen, Anna Cara, Sam Bam Koltun)
Credit: Kim Moran

CROSSBONE SKULLY has joined forces with Mötley Crüe bassist and founding member Nikki Sixx on their latest track, the red-hot “High On You.” The song, which explores themes of romantic obsession, features an anthemic, shout-it-to-the-heavens chorus.

The single’s artwork—designed by the renowned Mark Wilkinson (Iron Maiden, Judas Priest)—reflects the plight of ‘Crossbone Skully,’ a central character in a parallel mythology developed by the band’s founder and frontman Tommy Henriksen. This narrative will be explored further in CROSSBONE SKULLY’s debut album, Evil World Machine, which is set to release on November 22 via Better Noise Music.

Henriksen’s vision for the project goes beyond music. In 2025, the narrative will be expanded into a graphic novel and animated film titled Thing #1, featuring voiceovers by Nikki Sixx.

Nikki Sixx shares his excitement for the project:
“Crossbone Skully is doing something visually unique while blending kickass riffs and great songwriting with this project. I’m excited for them and can’t wait for everyone to experience it.”

Henriksen, who also plays guitar and serves as musical director for Alice Cooper’s band and Hollywood Vampires, reflects on the new track:
“‘High On You’ shows the taste of young, pure love… the type that gets you hooked on the bug! Love is an everlasting drug!”

Watch the official music video for “High On You” here.

Stream/download the track here.

Evil World Machine was executive produced by legendary producer Mutt Lange, who came out of retirement to work on this project. The album, which shares dystopian themes similar to David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust and Diamond Dogs, is shaping up to be an epic rock concept album.

For the recording, Henriksen assembled an all-star group of musicians, including:

Tommy Denander (Guitar)
Jamie Muhoberac (Keyboardist: My Chemical Romance, John Mayer, Seal)
Chris Wyse (Bassist: Hollywood Vampires, Ace Frehley, The Cult, Ozzy Osbourne)
Glen Sobel (Drummer: Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires)
The late Pete Way (Bassist: UFO)
Olle Romo (Mixer: Muse, Bryan Adams)
Mike Plotnikoff (Producer/Mixer: AC/DC, Aerosmith)

The album also features spoken-word appearances from A-list actor/musician and Henriksen’s Hollywood Vampires bandmate Johnny Depp as “The Sorcerer,” Alice Cooper as “The Bringer of Light,” Joe Perry as “Big Bad Bone Crusher,” Nikki Sixx as “The Crooked Crow,” and Kane Roberts as “Alpha Watchman.”

Pre-orders for Evil World Machine in digital formats, as well as CD, Vinyl, and various merch bundle options, are available here.