From Behind
Game Over
Lion Music
8/10
Here’s a highly impressive rock effort from former Samson vocalist Nicky Moore, Nazareth guitarist Manny Charlton and friends that quite frankly was surprising upon first spin. These guys tear through a set of ten cuts, plus a reprise of the track “Gone” that covers the gamut of styles, from down and dirty sleaze rock (“Queen Bitch”) to a heartfelt ballad (“Picture”) to a wide-ranging adult rock cut (“Size Doesn’t Matter”). Moore is truly a great vocalist. Those who touted Moore as “The fat guy who replaced Bruce Dickinson in Samson” need to seriously not be so superficial and listen to this cat sing. He can take on a Robert Plant wail, a gruff Paul Rodgers growl and a Steven Tyler scat fit and sometimes, that’s just in one song. To this day, the vocalist responsible for Samson’s biggest chart-toppers can belt out soulful singing like nobody’s business. His awesome vocals alone make this one worth having for followers of bluesy rock anthems.
Charlton is responsible for a lion’s share of great songwriting here. He knows how to throw a bluesy riff around, that’s never been up for debate. The axeman plays with a lot of style and feeling on Game Over, his talent and experience shine through. Fiery leads, grooving rhythms, this guy has it all in his considerable bag of tricks.
You couldn’t ask for a more solid record from such a bunch of well-respected guys. Game Over is the type of record that can rock a bar until close or just as easily, be the supporting soundtrack for a bike run to Sturgis. From Behind proves here that many musicians age quite well and with the balls these guys bring to this rocking record, it’s safe to say that they have the determination, skill and resolve to keep up the pace for a good long while.
ERIN FOX © 2007 – ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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