CWF (Champlin, Williams, Friestedt) Release New Video for “Wings of Tomorrow”

CWF is a supergroup featuring TOTO‘s Joseph Williams, former Chicago vocalist Bill Champlin, and Swedish guitarist/producer Peter Friestedt. The band emerged following the success of their first studio album and a chart-topping live DVD in Sweden. Williams, known for his work with TOTO and as the singing voice of adult Simba in The Lion King, brings his acclaimed vocals to the project. Friestedt, an accomplished session player and producer with two successful solo albums, has collaborated extensively with Williams. Champlin, a 25-year veteran of Chicago and Grammy-winning songwriter, rounds out this remarkable AOR (Album-Oriented Rock) trio, bringing together decades of musical expertise and success.

Today, the legends of CWF release their new video for “Wings of Tomorrow” off of their latest album, ‘CWF III’, which is out now via Black Lodge.

Watch the Video for “Wings of Tomorrow”

One of the most anticipated releases of 2024, ‘CWF III,’ is set to become a milestone in the AOR/West Coast genre. This highly anticipated album, which is available now, follows the tremendous success of ‘CWF II,’ which achieved impressive chart positions in Sweden and Japan, along with the chart-topping ‘Live In Concert’ DVD.

The album features an impressive lineup of iconic artists, making it a true celebration of the AOR/West Coast sound. Alongside Williams, Champlin, and Friestedt, contributions from Chicago’s Jason Scheff on vocals and bass, legendary drummer John JR Robinson, and Grammy Award-winning songwriters Randy Goodrum and Bill Champlin ensure top-notch production quality and a stellar listening experience.

Musically, the album offers a rich journey through rock, soul, and classic AOR elements. Key tracks include the TOTO-flavored “Brighter Day,” featuring stellar lead vocals from Joseph Williams, the Chicago-sounding ballad “Find The Love,” and the straightforward rock anthem “Wings of Tomorrow.” Another highlight is the soulful duet “I Will Find You There,” performed by Michael Ruff and Bill Champlin.