Rusty Reid rides again with raw rock bliss on new single 'Piece of the Action'

After decades of letting a treasure sit in the shadows, Rusty Reid’s fourth album 'The Unreasonables' finally emerges, offering a time capsule of hook-laden rock and roll brimming with unpolished charm. The new single 'Piece of the Action' is a primal jolt of energy that strips away the reflective indie-folk and country-rock tones he has honed over the years, replacing them with raw guitar riffs, swaggering rhythms, and lyrics that revel in the messy thrill of desire and heartbreak.

Opening with a tight, hook-heavy riff, 'Piece of the Action' immediately stakes its claim as rock stripped to its bare essentials. Rick Poss’ lead guitar cuts through the mix with snarling precision, echoing the best of classic Houston rock while flirting with a modern bite. Reid’s wry yet earnest vocals sit perfectly atop the arrangement, carrying the weight of decades of songwriting experience while never sounding distant or overworked. The track embodies a sense of immediacy and fun, reminding us why rock music is at its best when it’s visceral, unapologetic, and unafraid to lean into its own indulgence.

Lyrically, the song dances through the turbulence of romance with a knowing wink. There’s a playful honesty to lines that celebrate both infatuation and frustration, reflecting the highs and lows of love with a seasoned songwriter’s insight. Musically, the band navigates the tightrope between grit and melody effortlessly, crafting a sound that’s both familiar and invigorating.

'Piece of the Action' is a reminder that great rock and roll doesn’t need to be complicated to make your pulse rise. Rusty Reid conjures the hallmarks of a great guitar-driven anthem with reckless aplomb, reviving a “lost” era of music and proving that some grooves only get better with age.