Gibson, the iconic instrument brand, has announced the release of a new single from the Gibson Band.

Says Gibson: "We’re excited to announce a new release from the Gibson Band, a revolving collective of musicians who join together to make music and raise funds and awareness for worthy causes. A hard-hitting rock song, the new benefit single, 'I Can Breathe', features rhythm guitars and piano from Cesar Gueikian, CEO of Gibson, with special guests Duff McKagan on lead vocals and lyrics, and Slash on lead guitar and solos."

“I am grateful for the collaboration from Slash, Duff, and from my friend Serj Tankian participation with cover artwork. I’m thrilled we are donating all proceeds from the song to a great and relevant cause.” - Cesar Gueikian

Gibson Records, Duff McKagan, Slash, and Cesar Gueikian, will donate 100% proceeds from the sale of “I Can Breathe,” in addition to all auction funds raised to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NNAMI, through Gibson Gives. NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health resource organization that is dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI’s mission is to create a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares.

Listen loud and support a good cause on this Giving Tuesday! Out now on all streaming services here.

The cover artwork for “I Can Breathe” is based on a large-scale original painting by Serj Tankian titled “They’re Coming.” The original painting by Serj Tankian will be auctioned off alongside a one-of-a-kind Gibson Les Paul Standard guitar which also features the hand-painted artwork as part of JJulien's Auctions forthcoming global auction. Bid here.

Credits:

Performed by:

Duff McKagan (Vocals)
Slash (Lead Guitars)
Cesar Gueikian (Rhythm Guitars & Piano)
Jota Morelli (Drums)
Seta Von Gravessen (Bass Guitar)

Produced by:

Cesar Gueikian
Jorge Rodriguez
Greg Gordon
Pablo Toubes
Francisco Trillini