This is the second full length album from shredder Chris Impellitteri’s band named after himself obviously. This album although being chock full of shredtastic solos at every available gap in the music, is very melodic and the songs have come first. The main reason that there is so much melody is thanks to the amazing voice of Graham Bonnet. There are a couple of sly digs at one of Bonnets previous employers Richie Blackmore as there is a pretty pointless cover of Since You’ve Been Gone with suitably over the top solo and Somewhere Over The Rainbow both Blackmore played live . I suppose this was melodic metal before it became a thing. Opening track is Rainbow style souped up rocker as is Secret Lover. I’m not sure if Bonnet ever played live with this line but if he did I’m sure they would have to tune down as there is no way he would hav been able to sing in this range night after night. The other notable guest on the album is Mr Big drummer Pat Torpey. If your a fan of Yngwie style shred guitar playing then this is for you. The last track is an instrumental and is widdly diddly heaven I’m amazed there is only one of those tracks here. While I do admire the skill that goes into playing this fast it does leave me cold as there seems to be an an absence of feel. Anyway the songs rescue this album and the hooks and melodies are really good and the production is nice and crisp also. 7.5/10
