I haven’t been able to stop listening to this album. Even when it’s not playing it has still been in my head. I hope this band continues. You’ve got a group of ultra-talented musicians who have come together, who are beyond capable of making some of the most mindboggling complex music but have tapped into something here that is melodic, catchy, yet hits hard, and is still brilliant in demonstrating musical skill without being a bunch of dudes just wanking on their instruments. If you’re looking for a fresh sound, A-Z s/t just may be what you’re looking for. I give it 10 out of 10
Album Reviews
Skid Row – The Gang’s All Here Review
Erik can hit any of the notes that Bach could in his heyday, but the purpose remains the same. They are out here with new music and coming together as a band to birth The Gang’s All Here. A collaborative effort that shows in its final product.
Thundermother – Black And Gold – Review
This is – mostly – fun time beer guzzling rock n roll although the band do provide some fine ballads for respite.
Syryn – Heads Or Tails – Review
Both Rage and Gorieu can riff and shred with the best of them, the rhythm section drive the songs and the icing on the cake is Voxx’s vox!
Amon Amarth: The Great Heathen Army – 2nd Opinion
The standout track is Saxons and Vikings which sees a collaboration with Biff Bufford of Saxon sharing the vocals and tells the story of the Viking invasion of Wessex in 871AD
Sunstorm – Brothers In Arms Review
Ronnie Romero is certainly one of the busiest singers these days. He was a part of the recent Michael Schenker Group album, released a solo record, and not forget Lords Of Black, the band that was both a start and a springboard for Romero.
Arch Enemy: Deceivers – Review
It shows musical progression but doesn’t stray too far from what listeners want from an Arch Enemy album.
Soulfly – Totem Review
Soulfly is aware of when to push and pull its punches for the most impact, but that influence is nonetheless one to be reckoned with
SOiL – Play It Forward – Review
The attraction is wholly down to the unlikely choices made by the band. The obvious covers draw you in, the unexpected ones keep you hooked.