Acclaimed guitarist Philip Shouse has released his debut EP "Side 1" via Wild Kingdom/Sound Pollution.

The five-song collection showcases Shouse's unmistakable melodic sensibilities, blending timeless pop craftsmanship with a modern, heartfelt edge.

Written and composed by Shouse and Alex Rahal, the songs highlight Shouse's deep-rooted influence from THE BEATLES.

The EP opens with "Run Away From You" and "The Naked Empress", a one-two punch of THE ROLLING STONESy swagger and sticky power-pop.

The remaining tracks include the new single "It Gets Better", which hints at Shouse's BEATLES jones mixed with some country-rock sway, as well as "Won't Let Go Again" and closer "Time Bomb", both of which echo classic LED ZEPPELIN and HEART without aping those legendary bands.

Shouse has been a member of ACCEPT since 2019 and has also worked with bold-font names ranging from KISS icons Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley to country hitmaker Rodney Atkins.

He was a member of Frehley's solo touring band for four years and Simmons's solo band for two years.

Those stints included memorable tours in which Shouse backed each of those Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers every night.

In a recent interview with Scott Itter of Dr.

Music, Shouse discussed the songwriting process for "Side 1": "I had no direction...

I didn't know what I sounded like because I'm always playing covers." He continued: "At the time of writing — I wrote all the songs with my friend in Nashville, Alex Rahal." The EP is now available via Wild Kingdom/Sound Pollution.

The tracklist includes: 01.

Run Away From You 02.

The Naked Empress 03.

It Gets Better 04.

Won't Let Go (Again) 05.

Time Bomb