Another band that suffered big time from the great grunge unpleasantness was Giant. They made two killer melodic rock albums (this being the second) and that was it. Can you believe that? Proof that the music biz was so messed up at that time.
Yes, I am aware there is a version of recording albums for Frontiers but without Dan (The Man) Huff, it’s not Giant I’m afraid. Dan is happy down in Nashville writing, recording, and producing and is doing just fine.
I prefer this album to the first one as this a near perfect melodic rock album. Superb songs, killer production, and some stunning guitar just perfectly in the right places. My favourite track is Chained. This tune has everything that makes the band so good. First of all, it’s a beast of a tune, the melody is off the charts, those harmony vocals are superb, and the guitar playing is just incredible. I mean, what more do you want? A close second is Side 2 opener Smoulder. I just love the groove and vibe to this one, and Sir Dan of Huff really rips on this one.
Superb production from Terry Thomas makes this album really come alive, and it’s one I play often. You should definitely have this album in your collection.
10/10 from The Grooveman.
