So ‘homage to friends and influences’ is what’s going on here, but that’s long to fit in a headline, so ‘covers EP’ will have to do. In any case, Borracho‘s upcoming Eternos celebrates some of those lost in the last years, from Robert “Strings” Dahlqvist of The Hellacopters, who died in 2017, to Bruce Falkinburg, who died in 2022. Rev. Jim Forrester‘s murder still resonates as a shock to the Baltimorean underground he called home, and Dave Sherman‘s passing left a void that Maryland doom may never be able to fill. Add Will Mecum of Karma to Burn to the list, and you get someone that Borracho likely knew and who also had a massive influence on heavy rock, laying out a blueprint that instrumental bands the world over continue to follow. Can’t really argue with the selection here.

Those were tough losses. I didn’t know Dahlqvist, but I do know that The Hellacopters were an influence on Borracho, especially early on, so you know, you don’t have to necessarily know somebody to feel a thing when they die, not the least if their work touched your life in some way. Below, you’ll find the premiere of “A Heart Without a Home” as the first single from Eternos, followed by copious context from the PR wire. The release is out Feb. 19.

As always, I hope you enjoy:

Borracho Announces Eternos — A Tribute EP Celebrating Fallen Brothers of the Underground

Veteran heavy rock trio Borracho is proud to announce the upcoming release of Eternos, a deeply personal EP of cover songs honoring five beloved friends and musical influences who have passed on, out February 19, 2026. The first single, “A Heart Without a Home,” is out now, with preorders and early access available at borracho.bandcamp.com.

Borracho take a heartfelt approach on Eternos, transforming five hand picked tracks into a collective tribute rooted in reverence, memory, and shared passion.

“These guys weren’t just friends, they were individuals we looked up to and inspired us.” writes the band in the Eternos liner notes. “We decided that the best way to pay homage to them is to let the music do the talking. So let’s all raise a glass and celebrate their contribution to the cosmos. And while these giants have left this plane their music is eternal.”

The five carefully curated tracks on Eternos are each dedicated to the memory of a departed artist whose work shaped the band’s musical journey:

Fang (Spirit Caravan) — in memory of Dave Sherman
Keep On Shoveling (Foghound) — in memory of Rev. Jim Forrester
Twenty Nine (Karma to Burn) — in memory of Will Mecum
Damyata (The Hidden Hand) — in memory of Bruce Falkinburg
A Heart Without a Home (The Hellacopters) — in memory of Robert “Strings” Dahlqvist

The first single, “A Heart Without a Home,” is a low and slow interpretation of The Hellacopters deep cut — a fitting first taste of the record. It’s out now on all streaming platforms, and is included in all Eternos preorders on Bandcamp.

Eternos will be available worldwide across all streaming platforms, digital download, and in CD format. Preorders are now open via Borracho’s Bandcamp page (borracho.bandcamp.com).

Don’t miss Borracho on the road supporting the new record on the east and west coasts, including appearances at the Mojave Experience and Knights of Doom festivals.

Feb 3 – Pie Shop, Washington DC w/ Ritual Arcana & Foehammer
Feb 21 – Lucky 13 Saloon, Brooklyn NY w/ Sun Voyager, Guhts & The Crooked Skulls (EP Release show)
March 11 – Metro Gallery, Baltimore MD w/ The Obsessed & Foghound
March 18 – The Escondite, Los Angeles CA w/ Doomboyz & Sonic Blossoms
March 19 – Tower Bar, San Diego CA, w/ Nebula Drag & Space Wax
March 20 – Mojave Gold, Yucca Valley CA for Mojave Experience
April 20 – Pie Shop, Washington DC w/ Leather Lung & Weed Coughin’ (TBC)
June 21 – Cafe 611, Frederick MD for Knights of Doom

BORRACHO:
Steve Fisher – Guitar, Vocals
Mario Trubiano – Drums, Percussion
Tim Martin – Bass, Backing Vocals

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Borracho, Ouroboros (2025)