If you like this sort of rock, and who doesn't, then nothing on here will disappoint. Until Rob Zombie stops trying to scare the kids with his movies, SotE will fill that void left by Rob's band's hiatus. Lets face it, we all know a "Bombshell from Hell." Not outstanding but just about fills the void nicely.
The 69 Eyes: Angels
More sleaze rock, this time from across the pond in Scandinavia. Finnish nutters with a vocalist who has a gothy tone to his voice mixed with a bit of Elvis and Bowie. This is straightforward hard sleaze that is simple, blunt, and not that clever. Take the song "Rocker," but who gives a shit as the whole point of the song is a drunken sing-along live. And they even have a track called "Frankenhooker" for good measure.
This is rock, not for your brain but for your loins. Best listened while pissed off your gord on a late night out. And no this is not a criticism at all.
Rick Wakeman: Sixty Minutes With... & Tribute
Yes, I know as a whole I loath tribute albums by any artists. However in the form of Rick Wakemen you know the song is going to sound like it never has. As one would expect tracks like "Eleanor Rigby" just come alive when Rick takes a crack at them with his band. Never mind what he does to "My Guitar Gently Weeps" by George Harrison. This is a good type of tribute where the artist actually adds something to the song.
The former disc is just what it says on the tin. An hour of Rick Wakeman's solo stuff which would serve a rather good intro for those who have never delved into his extensive solo career. It's all here from "Jane Seymour" through "Starship Trooper/Wurm". Let's face it Wakeman rarely does crap. If you are a novice, you are alright as long as you avoid some of his long-winded live material.
Well that is your lot for this week. I am listening to music from a band called Carnival of Souls featuring the talents of Gronk from the UK.
As always stay safe, healthy, and catch live music whenever you can. I will be back as soon as possible to suggest what music should be in your life. Now, it's time to prepare to get rid of the little free loading bastard in my colon.
Article comments
1 - JC Mosquito
Best of luck with your operation - hope all turns out well for you.
Skeeter.
2 - Tom Johnson
Jeez, good luck Marty. Hope to hear some good news from you soon.