SCOTT STAPP’s Rock-Fueled Western, “Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film”, Out Now

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SCOTT STAPP Releases Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film
Co-Starring Anthony Stapp | Watch HERE

“…a peaceful man, pushed beyond his breaking point toward retribution…”
(Billboard Magazine)

Latest Solo Album, Higher Power, Out Now | Order HERE

Grammy winning songwriter, solo artist, and Creed frontman SCOTT STAPP has released Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film. The 9 minute, 13 second short co-stars Scott Stapp & Anthony Stapp, directed by Tyler Dunning Evans, with music by SCOTT STAPP. The film features “Deadman’s Trigger,” the 3^rd single from chart-topping solo album Higher Power (Napalm Records) – the track is climbing the rock charts now after two consecutive radio hits – “Higher Power” and “Black Butterfly” reached Top Ten and Top Five, respectively.

As the inspiration and soundtrack for the father/son saga, “Deadman’s Trigger” is an explosive track that pulses with sonic swagger, anguish, and idealism.

Billboard marvels at Stapp’s loaded schedule as a solo artist and voice of Creed who’s “job description now includes starring as an action hero in a short film.” Executive Director, Jason Lipshutz continues:
“In the middle of another successful touring season for his reunited band Creed, SCOTT STAPP has offered something unexpected: a 9-minute, high-octane short film, in which he stars as a man of faith who, Lord forgive him, has to go back to the old him.”

The rock-fueled Western was shot over two days at Whitehorse Ranch in Landers, CA. It’s a classic Hollywood show-down as a man of faith, haunted by unspeakable nightmares and villains, is forced to take matters into his own hands when what he loves is threatened. In a hail of Hellfire he protects, and is saved in return, by an unlikely hero.

Online speculation about the premiere began when a live-action trailer framed by film credits appeared on Monday (7/28). In it, a fully-loaded cowboy strolls frame as Old West music conjures Doc Holliday, cracked earth, and tumbleweeds. Their questions were answered when Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film premiered Thursday, July 31, exclusively on YouTube.

Director Tyler Dunning Evans says:
“Adapting Scott’s storyline for the screen was easy because he is a narrative songwriter – the arc is already there. As a collaborator, he’s clear on his vision and values other creators’ expertise. With Anthony on-set and Milan working behind the scenes, Scott was hands-on in establishing safety measures and his love for his kids translated to a vulnerable but fierce performance in the final cut.”

Watch Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film HERE
Full Credits HERE

On the Higher Power album:

Stapp is “primed for a big decade, sounding as powerful as he did at half his age with a sense of newfound heaviness resting beneath his iconic voice” (Loudwire).

“With 10 huge, earnest, soaring, anthemic tracks, Higher Power is everything you love about Scott Stapp.” (Esquire)

“Higher Power is Stapp’s most complete solo offering to date — growling and energetic, but also admirably reflective” (Billboard)

“Higher Power is a confessional for Scott, one that the now older and wiser singer is mature enough to tackle head on.” (Kerrang)

“an emotional record relying more heavily on the lyrics and vocals than many rock records, which makes sense, because Stapp’s lyrics & stories have always been at the forefront” (Blabbermouth)

Order Higher Power HERE:

About SCOTT STAPP:
One of the most iconic voices in rock, SCOTT STAPP first emerged as the high-energy, post-grunge frontman of Creed. He penned anthems like “Higher,” “My Own Prison,” “My Sacrifice,” “With Arms Wide Open,” “What If,” “Say I,” and “One”, and the band sold over 50 million albums, including a Diamond certification. Throughout the early 2000’s, Creed broke airplay records, sold out arenas, earned Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and a Grammy for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group. As a solo artist, Stapp has released the Platinum-certified The Great Divide (2005), Proof of Life (2013), The Space Between The Shadows (2019), and 2024’s chart-topping Higher Power.

About CREED:
In 2024, after an 11-year hiatus, Creed announced two Summer of ’99 cruise festivals, a N. American tour, and the band’s own rock festival. After each event sold-out, the tour was extended into 2025, their 3rd sold-out Creed cruise sailed (with plans to sail again in 2026), and their festival grew into a 2-day event in Milwaukee in July. The Grammy and American Music Award-winning Creed formed in Tallahassee, Florida, in 1994. Now, they’ve exceeded one billion streams on Spotify alone, between “Higher,” “My Sacrifice,” “One Last Breath,” “With Arms Wide Open,” and “My Own Prison.” Nearly 30 years after Creed’s formation, the anthems composed by singer SCOTT STAPP and guitarist Mark Tremonti have become part of rock and alternative’s DNA. My Own Prison (1997) is one of the late 20th century’s biggest debuts. Human Clay (1999) and Weathered (2001) entered the Billboard 200 chart at #1. Their Full Circle (2009), album debuted at #1 on the Top Rock, Hard Rock, and Alternative charts and #2 on the Billboard 200. With over 53M albums sold worldwide, Creed stands alongside Van Halen, Guns N’ Roses, and Metallica as one of an elite few rock bands to earn RIAA Diamond-certified status, for more than 11 million sales of Human Clay in the US.