Drew Cagle & The Reputation

Drew Cagle & The Reputation is a high energy, no apologies, national touring rock band
from Central Illinois. The band got its name “The Reputation” after Cagle decided to lean into
the considerable ridicule he received in the beginning while attempting to perform his original
music in a market primarily dominated by cover bands. Driven by his passion for authentic
original expression, Cagle set his sights on the surrounding major cities in the Midwest and
across the US determined to show the world that greatest rock songs haven’t already been
written...

After 3 years, Drew Cagle & The Reputation return with a vengeance with the release of their
second full length album, Bad Attitude. An eight-song collection of boisterous rock ‘n’ roll, Bad Attitude combines passionate modern songwriting with the bold sound and swagger of the hard rock superstars from the ‘80s. In an album ironically named after a band Cagle’s father performed
with in the early '90s, DC&R manages to encapsulate the classic “chip on your shoulder”
aggression and natural danger that rock 'n' roll has been missing in recent years.

DC&R’s first single, “All Figured Out,” takes dead aim at naysayers who doubted Cagle’s artistic
vision. This song calls out the hypocrisy rooted in premature judgements of others in an epic rock 'n' roll
fashion. “All Figured Out” clings to the feeling of being counted out and, with a rebellious spirit,
aims to inspire the listener to prove their own opposition wrong.

The album’s title track features a guest appearance from legendary '80s guitarist and original
member of Guns N Roses and LA Guns: Tracii Guns. The guitarist joined the record after a run of
shows DC&R did with LA Guns in February 2024. Guns & Cagle seemingly duel between vocals
and guitar licks throughout the entire song, highlighting themes of ridicule and anti-conformity in
a sleazy sunset strip fashion.

Meanwhile songs like “If It’s Not Love,” “So Cold,” and “She Said” tell a story of falling out of love
and the struggles that come from mourning it. All of these themes get tied together across the
last three songs. “You Think You’ve Heard Everything?”, “Live Right,” and “Wine Talkin'’” take
the record home with an emotional ending and show you a glimpse into what’s next for DC&R.

Frontman Drew Cagle found his inspiration for Bad Attitude from the roadblocks and
resistance he encountered fronting an original rock band in a market dominated by cover bands.
From facing the struggles of chasing your dreams to dealing with the trials of lost love, this
album never lets up as each song presents a different theme and perspective to tell a story of
heartbreak and rebellion.

Bad Attitude was recorded in Nashville, TN with an A-List Cast of Grammy Award winning
studio musicians, engineers, and producers.

Produced, Recorded, & Mixed By: Matt Coles (Eagles, Alice Cooper)
Mastered By: True East Mastering (Alabama, Robert Plant)

Featuring:
Drew Cagle - Vocals
Shannon Forrest (Toto, Taylor Swift) - Drums
Sol Philcox-Littlefield (Luke Combs, Jelly Roll) - Guitar
Sam Hunter (Willie Nelson) - Guitar
Tony Palacios (Guardian) - Guitar
B. James Lowry (Kenny Chesney) - Guitar, Bass
Craig Young (Elton John, Post Malone) - Bass
Matt Coles - Percussion, Background Vocals