Now it’s quite unusual for a rock band from the North East of England in the early 80’s to not release at least a single on Neat Records, but Black Rose are just that band. Although, the track Red Light Lady was recorded at Impulse studios which was Neat headquarters.
Nice and raw with no frills is what this period of music was all about and Black Rose are giving it their best shot here. Sure, it has a few bum notes here and there but I love that just go for it attitude.
We’re Gonna Rock You opens up that album and it does what it says on the tin. Used And Abused is a nice mid-tempo high energy groover. Red Light Lady is a full tilt hard rockin’ blast, almost punk in its execution, but a whole bunch of fun to boot. Stand Your Ground closes out the EP and it has hints of Thin Lizzy and early Rush, mixed with that raw NWOBHM vibe.
A great little EP.
8/10 from The Grooveman.
