CD Reviews
AC/DC - Black Ice (New Release for 2008)
Members:
Vocals: Brian Johnson
Guitar: Angus Young
Rhythm Guitar: Malcolm Young
Bass: Cliff Williams
Drums: Phil Rudd
Tracks:
1. Rock & Roll Train
2. Skies On Fire
3. Big Jack
4. Anything Goes
5. War Machine
6. Smash & Grab
7. Spoilin' For A Fight
8. Wheels
9. Decibel
10. Stormy May Day
11. She Likes Rock & Roll
12. Money Made
13. Rock & Roll Dream
14. Rocking All The Way
15. Black Ice
They're back and still rocking hard! I don't think I need to draw any influences on these guys. They sound like AC/DC and that's enough said. So I thought!
Much to my surprise Decibel and Rocking All The Way reminded me of a ZZ Top feel.
This is one band that hasn't swayed away from their rock 'n roll roots. You get the classic AC/DC feel, with a good mix of fresh sounding songs. Good change.
I notice most songs are of slower tempos to them, but still they rock regardless.
If you're a die hard fan of this band it won't matter what review you read on them. It's AC/DC and that's it! Long overdue for a new release, but worth the
wait. They've gained new inspiration.
My favorite picks would be Rock 'n Roll Train, War Machine, Spoilin' For A Fight, Decibel, Rock & Roll Dream, and Rocking All The Way.
Overall it's a lengthy album, but worth a listen. My copy is a Wal-Mart exclusive with the picture book included. Collector item, maybe, but not when it's in
my hands! It is kind of different that this album came out in 3 different cover colors.The choice is yours!
If you're interested in a sample listen or owning a copy for yourself, check out their following sites for further details, or pick up your copy in stores
today. They're flying off the shelves quick!
WEBSITES:
Myspace Page
Official Website
ACDC Rocks
Airbourne - Runnin Wild
Members:
Vocals/Guitar: Joel O'Keefe
Guitar: David Roads
Bass: Justin Street
Drums: Ryan O'Keefe
Tracks:
1. Stand Up For Rock n Roll
2. Runnin' Wild
3. Too Much
4. Too Young
5. Too Fast
6. Diamond in the Rough
7. Fat City
8. Blackjack
9. What's Eatin' You
10. Girls in Black
11. Cheap Wine
12. Cheaper Women
13. Heartbreaker
14. Hellfire
This is yet another great band that reminds me so much like the typical AC/DC style. This is one exceptional CD debut for this band.
Every song has a great feel to it. Many of the songs are so high energy. You can listen to the whole CD straight through and thoroughly
enjoy it with ease.
3 singles already released and this newest addition is still going strong.
My favorite picks would be Runnin' Wild, Too Much, Too Young, Too Fast and Diamond In The Rough.
If you haven't checked out this band yet and are a big AC/DC fan interested in a sample listen or owning your own copy, check out the
following links for further details:
Myspace
Official Website
Amy Schugar
Members:
Vocals/Guitar: Amy Schugar
Guitar: Michael Schenker
Bass: Mark Lehman
Drums: Matt Indes
Tracks:
1. High Cost
2. I Need This Feeling
3. Surrender
4. Back Through The Window
5. I Need You
6. Love and Danger
7. All I Got
8. Victim of the System
Amy rocks! Is all I can say. She is a strong vocalist and a hell of a guitarist.Too bad it's only an 8 song CD.
I would have liked to hear more of her playing abilities. Guitar solos are strong and catchy. She has the capabilities to be
a much heavier guitarist, but settles for less of a melodic rock sound.
It was different to listen to. A heavier player with a mellow band. Songs are well written. This Cd left me wanting
more. Not only songs, but heavy songs as well.
Overall I did enjoy the listen. If you prefer well written songs with meaning, strong female fronted vocals, fired
up guitar solos with a nice melodic sound, then this Cd wouldn't disappoint you. It's a good CD just to pop in and let it play its entirety.
My favorite picks would be Back Through The Window, Love & Danger and All I Got.
If you're interested in a sample listen or owning a copy for yourself, check out her following sites for further details:
Myspace
Official Website
Of special note: If you're interested in learning more about Amy Schugar. She's been featured in the book How To Succeed
As A Female Guitarist: The Essential Guide For Working In A Male Dominated Industry and Cd. Which you can find at the link below:
Amy on Amazon
Being compared to 3 other big name rock guitarists by the names of Malmsteen, Eddie Van Halen and Steve Vai, must tell you
something of her playing abilities. Don't let me tell you, find out for yourself. MP3 downloads also available!