Toadies' Vaden Todd Lewis on New Album 'The Charmer'

0:00It's April 19th, from your city to your ears. This is Dallas News today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the Story. Tody's frontman, Vaden Todd Lewis, is switching it up on their new album The Charmer, dropping May 1st after almost a decade since their last one. This 13 track project dives deep into his personal battle with depression, unlike their earlier hits that spun stories from fictional. Lewis calls the title track, after that nagging, negative voice in his head, the one always whispering he's not good enough. Therapian meds helped quiet the noise, freeing up his songwriting flow without the constant self-doubt dragging him down. Formed back in 1989 and Fort Worth, the band cut their teeth on gritty gigs in empty warehouses. They blew up in the 90s alt rock wave, mixing punk and metal, with Lewis holding steady alongside drummer Mark Resnitchek, guitarist Clark Vogelor, and bassist Donovan Blair. The release got pushed back after working with legendary engineer Steve Albini, who passed

1:02in May last year. He shaped that raw, live room sound day. Chased since their debut Rebernick, standouts like normal and come to life, capture that intimate vibe. Now they're hitting the road, starting with a Dallas Show May 2nd, then a national tour running through October 2026. Lewis hopes fans connect with the lyrics, turning mental health talks from taboo to everyday