Yakov and the Seven Thieves first two releases were "The English Roses" (September 2003), and "Mr. Peabody's Apples" (November 2003). Both debuted at number one on "The New York Times" Best Seller list. Joe D'Angelo from MTV News confirmed that the third book would be titled "Yakov and the Seven Thieves". Madonna was again inspired by a 300 year-old story by rabbi Baal Shem Tov that she had heard from her Kabbalah teacher, and wanted to share the "essence" of it. "We must never forget that hidden behind a large amount of darkness is a large amount of light," the singer wrote in the preface.
The New Roses Serum 114 and opened for Saxon in December. In February 2017, The New Roses played their first three shows in England, which included performances in London, Derby, and Nottingham. In April 2017, The New Roses played a two-week tour in Spain followed by shows in France. In June, The New Roses joined The Dead Daisies for their tour as special guest for their shows in Germany, Switzerland, and France as a warm up for their show at Hellfest which also included performances by Airbourne, Steel Panther, and Aerosmith. In August of 2017 The New Roses released their 3rd album "One