Sick opens with a pair of catchy rockers in the title track and "Sleaze Factory." The pace is then kept solid through the first six tracks. Fuzzed guitars, a constant sense of forward momentum, as well as Duff's experience and focus guide these rockers. The songs may not be the greatest, but there is an inviting quality about them that encourages listeners to just rock along for the ride.
On track seven the pace slows down, revealing a much quieter, introspective side of Duff with "Mother's Day." The song is a bit of a downer and could threaten to draw a tear from even the hardest of souls. With a steady bass line behind him, there is something about the way Duff's voice turns somber that really hits home.
The pace picks right back up with "I See Through You" as the band begins charging through the album's second half, which is highlighted particularly by "No Shame" and the just-plain-fun cut, "Blind Date Girl."
I like this album. Everyone involved in Loaded hits the right note here, giving off a feeling of experience grounded by youthful energy. Sick is definitely one to check out if you enjoy bluesy hard rock, or even if you want to catch up with what Duff has been up to. It is well worth your time.
Recommended.
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