22 December 2017

Read about The Compulsions' new video for "Dirtbag Blues," a track that features Earl Slick on guitar, Alec Morton on bass, Brian Delaney on drums and Compulsions founder, Rob Carlyle on vocal and guitar! Check it out in Über Rock now at the below link!

17 December 2017

"If 'Dirtbag Blues' is merely the teaser, then the upcoming Ferocious album promises to be an absolute killer. It is straight-up, balls-to-the-wall, dirty rock 'n' roll at its finest – and an ominous precursor for what is about to be unleashed." Read more of this brand new review in 50thirdand3rd now at the below link! 

16 December 2017

According to a new article, "every incarnation of The Compulsions has been deadly." Read about the brand new video for "Dirtbag Blues" in Metal Riot when you hit the link below!

16 December 2017

"Although Compulsions founder Rob Carlyle has parted ways with drummer Frank Ferrer and guitarist Richard Fortus, both from Guns N' Roses, as well as bassist Sami Yaffa of Hanoi Rocks and the New York Dolls, the notorious, New York-born front man has formed yet another high-powered recording unit and has a third full-length Compulsions album, Ferocious, now in the works."  Read more and watch the new video for "Dirtbag Blues" in The Rockpit at the link below!

20 September 2017

From The Aquarian: "How about Robbie Carlyle calling in a favor and getting legendary guitarist Earl Slick to lay down guitar tracks on the upcoming release from The Compulsions, Ferocious. Earl is best known for his work with David Bowie, John Lennon, Yoko Ono and The Cure's Robert Smith. This is amazing!" Read more in The Aquarian now at the below link!

15 September 2017

What's up with the new Compulsions album? Rob called in with an update recently on Totally Driven Radio! Check it out now at the below link!

10 September 2017

Earl Slick, legendary session player for David Bowie, John Lennon and many others, has been recording guitar parts for the forthcoming Compulsions album, Ferocious! The upcoming full-length will also feature founder and frontman, Rob Carlyle, drummer Brian Delaney of the New York Dolls, drummer Frank Ferrer and guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal – both of Guns N' Roses – and bassist Alec Morton from Raging Slab, among other invited guests! Check out clips and pics from the recording sessions now at the below link!

9 July 2017

Rob sat down recently to answer questions from acclaimed Small Stone Records recording artist, Gideon Smith. Topics include the forthcoming Compulsions album and advice for up-and-coming artists. Check it out in Cosmic Rock at the below link!

27 June 2017

Listen as Rob spins music by The Compulsions, as well as by AC/DC, The Heartbreakers, Lynyrd Skynyrd and many other artists who have influenced The Compulsions' sound! Hear it on Wednesday Night Rocks With Jim Long now at the below link!

6 June 2017

When describing the upcoming Compulsions album in an interview, frontman Rob Carlyle said: "The musicianship is more brutal than ever, and this time around there are a lot of lyrics about death and destruction." Read more in Bravewords at the link below!

6 June 2017

The Compulsions teased the cover, title and other details regarding the New York group's upcoming third album today on Instagram. The album, titled Ferocious, features Compulsions main man, Rob Carlyle, on vocal and guitar, along with guitarists Hugh Pool (New York Blues Hall Of Fame) and Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Art Of Anarchy, ex-Guns N' Roses), bassist Alec Morton (ex-Raging Slab) and drummers Brian Delaney (ex-New York Dolls) and Frank Ferrer (Guns N' Roses), plus other invited guests. Tracks slated for inclusion on Ferocious include brand new Carlyle-penned originals "Band Of Thieves," "Killer In The Woodshed," "Shoot Your Way To Freedom" and title track, "Ferocious," not to mention covers of "Dead Flowers" and "Dust N' Bones," which were originally written and recorded by The Rolling Stones and Guns N' Roses, respectively. The idea of covering "Dust N' Bones" was suggested by a Compulsions fan during a 2016 contest on the band's Facebook page. Rob had this to say about the forthcoming release:

"This is another super badass record by me, Ken Rich (producer) and the guys. We've got everything on here from straight-up, bone-shakin' rock 'n' roll to post-apocalyptic-sounding tracks inspired by the flame-throwing guitar player in Mad Max: Fury Road. The musicianship is more brutal than ever, and this time around there are a lot of lyrics about death and destruction. So this is definitely the most sick and twisted Compulsions album so far."

An official release date for the new album has yet to be announced, however T-shirts, buttons, drinkware and other merchandise featuring the new Ferocious album art is on sale now in The Compulsions Online Shop. Get yours now at the below link!

15 March 2017

On March 16, Rob will be joined on stage by longtime musical cohort and New York Blues Hall Of Fame Master Artist, Hugh Pool! Also performing: The Sweet Things and Tom Clark & The High Action Boys, plus DJ sets by Ms. Cal and Marty Ers. This promises to be an evening of non-stop rock 'n' roll! And it's all goin' down at The Delancey! Get your tickets now at the below link!

1 March 2017

The Compulsions will be featured once again on Little Water Radio, where DJ Rob Select spins everything from "gritty rock 'n' roll to soul." Other featured artists will include The Chesterfield Kings, Faces and The Stooges. Tune in Thursday, March 2 from noon 'til 2 pm at the below link!

24 February 2017

Rob teases new tracks from the forthcoming Compulsions album and promotes his upcoming solo acoustic performance at The Tusk! Check out the new interview on Totally Driven Radio now at the below link! 

9 February 2017  

During a recent trip to The Compulsions' Vault, Rob discovered this never-before-seen promotional video for the band's critically lauded sophmore album, Dirty Fun. The film features a behind-the-scenes look at model Heather Litteer working with photographer Roderick Angle to create the eye-popping cover image. Rave reviews from the UK's Powerplay Magazine and Über Rock are also included along with positive press from PleaseKillMe.com. Album cut "House Of Rock" serves as the soundtrack. Watch it now at the below link!

19 January 2017

Progress on The Compulsions' forthcoming third continues as ex-New York Dolls drummer, Brian Delaney, records several tracks with Carlyle & Co. To see Brian and ex-Raging Slab bassist, Alec Morton, in a recent recording session, hit the link below now!

14 January 2017

New York Blues Hall Of Fame Master Artist and longtime Compulsions co-producer, Hugh Pool, will join Rob on stage next Saturday 10 pm at Pete's Candy Store! Lorraine Leckie's new project, Witchfinder Witch, performs at 9 pm! More info at the link below! See you at the show!

4 January 2017

Totally Driven Entertainment brings a night of acoustic music to South Philadelphia, featuring Rob Carlyle plus hometown heroes, Mach 22 on Friday, March 3 at The Tusk! See you there! More info at the link below!