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An acoustic take on American Steel's "Long Day"

Posted by Loren on March 15, 2026

An acoustic take on American Steel's "Long Day"
photo by Loren Green

American Steel just shared a new acoustic version of "Long Day" as they prep for next month's Red Scare Industries reissue of their self-titled debut album, which has long been out of print.

The single is a b-side to a "digital 45" that feature the ripping album opener "Rotting."

In a prepared statement to Riot Fest the band says:

Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or much more recently, we thought it was the perfect time to give this old friend an acoustic makeover. Stoked to see you at the upcoming California shows!

Dates are listed below.

Live dates:

3/18 – Sacramento, CA @ Old Ironsides

3/20 – San Pedro, CA @ The Sardine

3/21 – San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill

photo: live at FEST 22 (2023)

An acoustic take on American Steel's "Long Day"
photo by Loren Green

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