Three icons whose individual legacies helped define hip-hop, rock and social consciousness across decades have formed a new power-group called FREEDOM. Darryl "DMC" McDaniels (Run-DMC), DJ Johnny Juice (turntablist, Public Enemy) and Brian Hardgroove (Public Enemy, Fine Arts Militia) form FREEDOM, a band created to bridge genres and generations, blending raw hip-hop energy, rock power and messages of resilience and unity that reflect belief in the transformative power of music. The legendary Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, whose pioneering influence on hip-hop culture is well documented in music history, alongside the virtuosic DJ Johnny Juice, known for his intricate production work with Public Enemy and the multi-instrumentalist and producer Brian Hardgroove, celebrated for his tenure with the same iconic group will debut their powerful new single, a track that serves as a sonic manifesto for unity and social consciousness.
The single blends hard-hitting beats with poignant lyrics. The band aims to inspire millions to move beyond passive listening and engage in tangible actions emphasizing that together true freedom exists.
The band's first single, I’m On Your Side is set to release Friday, May 15, 2026 through Worldwide Entertainment Group, The Orchard (a division of SONY LLC) and JRB Innovations. I'm On Your Side is a powerful song and music video performed by FREEDOM. The song is an anthem for today's uncertain times. A rallying cry for those who refuse to stay silent in the face of corruption, chaos and freedom collapsing. With a contagious rhythm and impassioned lyrics, the song captures efforts to reclaim one's own voice where truth and democracy are under attack. It's a message of promise that calls for involvement with the band promising that freedom will keep ringing through the power of music. The song will remind fans that the fight for freedom is deeply personal, rooted in courage, empathy, hope and through the original lyrical and musical explosion by FREEDOM - "DMC," Juice and Hardgroove.
I'm On Your Side releases on all major DSPs and all music streaming services worldwide. The band has also created a campaign where fans can join their community and be part of their powerful message and platform. As part of the official launch an exclusive collection of merchandise will be available
The I'm On Your Side music video was filmed in New York in one day and directed by Simon Kinney of Synergy Group Productions (Pink, Metallica, Ed Sheeran) and co-directed for one additional day in Santa Fe by Zay Santos of Santa Fe Stockyards.
FREEDOM, a new musical force with iconic, historical vocals bridges the gap between rock, the foundational roots of hip-hop and modern social activism during a time when the world is polarized. I'm On Your Side is not merely a contagious new song and a call to arms in a sense for shared cultural experiences and beliefs and a reminder that icons like McDaniels, who set the stage for rap innovation and social consciousness through his legendary career along with Juice and Hardgroove, are unstoppable in creating a worldwide sensation called I'm On Your Side.
FREEDOM is represented by Worldwide Entertainment Group (NY), a multi-faceted Entertainment Company led by industry executive Dave Lory and a group of award-winning music industry decision makers focusing on all aspects of a musical artist's career path. (http//:wweg.com). Visit the website at freedomonyourside.com
