Introducing Sole Regret
Sole Regret is a fictional five-member metal band originally from Austin, Texas. They’re on tour and being as naughty as they want to be.
I don’t want to give away too much about the characters—I think it’s better that you learn about them as you read their stories—but I will share their inspiration.
In the first story, Try Me, the drummer, Gabe, meets a woman who insists she isn’t attracted to bad boys with tattoos. She quickly changes her mind. And who can blame her? The real hottie who inspired Gabe’s look?
Rich Luzzi (I was drooling over him last week for a reason…)
The inspiration for the rhythm guitarist, Kelly…
Anthony Kiedis (the long-haired version).
The inspiration for the lead guitarist, who I’m calling Adam, but I might change it. In my mind’s eye, Adam looks like
Jacoby Shaddix
The lead singer of Sole Regret, Jacob, is inspired the same rock star who inspired Sed. He’s my fave real-life front man. I can’t help myself. M. Shadows.
Jacob goes by the nickname Shade because he ALWAYS wears sunglasses. And I do mean always. Actually, most of the guys in the band go by nicknames. Force, Cuff, and Tags. Hmmm…. what’s that all about?
I’m not sure why I ended up with almost an entire band inspired by lead singers. I really am partial to guitarists. But when I’m picturing these guys as I write, that’s who I see. Well, not exact duplicates, but it gives you an idea.
So you’re probably wondering about the bassist. You can’t have a rock band without a bassist. Owen is the pretty boy of the group, so his inspiration is not a rock star, but an actor. Ian Somerhalder. Imagine Ian with tattoos and his cock pierced. Are you in your happy place now?
So, we have:
Jacob “Shade” – vocalist
Adam – lead guitar
Kelly “Cuff” – rhythm guitar
Owen “Tags” – bass guitar
Gabe “Force” – drums
I might come up with a dumb nickname for Adam, too. Of the five members of the band, I know the least about him. So far, I know he doesn’t get along with Jacob at all. That’s about it. I’m sure he’ll start talking to me soon. The others in the band are blabbering away.
Maybe I’ll share a little excerpt tomorrow. I haven’t decided.
One groupie, signing up as we speak!
I do love me some M. Shadows. It’s funny, when I picked up Backstage pass I immediately thought of the boys from A7X…..Great minds think alike
>3 scary thought. (damon fan but not in bed)
You have no idea how excited I am…and I love your inpirations, they’re all HOT (even the non music related Ian)!!
Well there has always been a strong connection between rock stars and vampires.
OMG, this band sounds like heaven! Can’t wait for the books.
OHHHH…I’m so THERE!!!! I’m already lusting after Owen!!!
Gotta say I love them all! Can’t wait for the book to be released!!!
Yep. Definitely a happy place.
I like giving band member nicknames too (e.g. Blade, Lynch, Roach)
I haven’t had much time to do much reading lately – since I’m busy trying to get my own stuff done so I can finally put it online, nor have I been keeping up with the metal bands since Metal Edge went out of publication 😦
Are you self-publishing this series so we don’t have to wait forever and a day in between Books? I loves the inspirations. What band do they sound like? I can’t wait!
I am beyond excited! I have been in desperate need for some more musicians and am ECSTATIC that I don’t have to wait until November!
Oh I am so totally there! The image for Gabe is right up my alley. I do love a hot sexy drummer with tats and piercings.
Yes, I am self-publishing them, Heather. I do have to keep them shorter than book length due to contractual obligations. *sigh* So they’ll be shorter and cheap! Also only available as ebooks for now. (can’t print them… contract again) The best part is I can continue following the band, or a particular couple, for as long as I want to. Unlike when I was prohibited from sharing Brian & Myrna’s wedding/honeymoon. (…contract again) So there has to be no connection to Sinners with this series. Exodus End is connected to Sinners, so I have to wait on those, too. (…contract again) But I do plan to finish writing them all.
I am not a patient person. This past year with no book releases has driven me nuts. Having no control over these things. Yeah, making me nuts.
And making us nuts too!! LOL..Trying to wait patiently..but with a smile!
I can’t wait. And, oh yeah, Ian is a fantastic choice!!!
I am so excited about the new band!!! I’ve been going thru rock star withdrawal waiting for the next Sinners book. Keep up the great work – I’m constantly looking for new books from my favorite author.
WHOOT! WHOOT *Fist Pump* Freaking excited about this!!!! Cant wait to be a groupie!
I’m in!
I cannot wait! Hope they’re attracted to some spicy Latinas!
Here’s another inspiration band for your playlist – Cage9. Lead singer’s from my home country, Evan Rodaniche. Without giving away my age, Evan’s close friends with my baby cousins.
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Woo Hoo! Not only is my favourite Rock-Star-Writer working on a BRAND NEW SERIES, but she’s self-pubbing and they will be available soon!!!
There IS a God * giant smile *
Please hurry up Olivia, I can’t wait * grin *
I have my finger on the BUY button!
WOOO HOOO!! I can’t wait!! Ian is one of the most beautiful guys I have ever seen and I LOVE him so I am doubly excited to read Owen’s book. But I am excited to read any of them and am so glad you are self publishing them. I love my Sinners but I am so impatient and it is killing me to wait on them and Exodus End.
Super excited about this new series! Didn’t know that’s how the publishing company works 😦 but at least you’ll have more freedom this way!
OMG,can’t wait,when will they be out,my finger is on the buy button NOW!!!!
Had me at pierced cock! Can’t wait!
Waiting…waiting…waiting…
Ok when are the next 3 books coming out i want to know what happens with Gabe and the boys and also the next 2 but i am thinking Gabe is the hottest nice tats and just like the name Gabe as well. Please tell me when they are coming out so i can get them and read them all again. 🙂