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Swim the Current Bassist Survives Heart Attack as Band Releases 'Already Dead'


Official Announcement | Published: Apr 28, 2026 12:21 PM EDT

Swim the Current Bassist Survives Heart Attack as Band Releases 'Already Dead'
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(OMG) Swim the Current is excited to announce the release of their latest single, "Already Dead", via TLG|ZOID, distributed by Virgin Music Group. This incredible new track was co-produced by George Pond and David Caplinger.

The title of the track has taken on a deeper meaning in the wake of a frightening real-world event involving bassist George Pond. Pond recently traveled overseas to perform shows in Japan with Mass Punishment, but during the run he suddenly fell ill and suffered a massive heart attack far from home, away from friends and family. Fortunately, the band is relieved to share that George is now making a strong recovery, and is expected to return to the U.S. soon.

In a powerful coincidence, Swim the Current's new single "Already Dead" arrives as a reminder of how quickly everything can change and how resilience can rise from even the darkest moments.

Bringing together an all-star lineup of rock talents, including vocalist Marcos Leal (formerly of Ill Ni-o), bassist George Pond (Disciples of Verity), guitarist Greg Antine, drummer Chris Moore (George Lynch, Ultraphonix, Rock of Ages), and lead guitarist Joe Gareri, takes the band's sound to new heights.

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