Dave King was part of the original Fastway band that were put together after Fast Eddie left Motorhead, and he stayed there until they disbanded. Dave put Katmandu together with ex-Krokus member, Mandy Meyer. This is the only album that the band put out, and Dave now resides in the band Flogging Molly. One and they’re done!
There are so many bands that didn’t get passed that first album and I guess there are a million reasons why. If you don’t get that one big song to tie the album to, then it’s definitely uphill all the way. This album falls into that category. It’s a solid record, but it just misses that one stand out song. When The Rain Comes is a killer track, but it has zero appeal for a single. It’s got a killer bluesy groove and riff, and I love Dave’s voice. Warzone also rocks like a mutha, and takes it for my favourite tune.
Still a very enjoyable listen.
8/10 from The Grooveman.
