Shout were possibly one of the best aor/melodic rock bands you may never have heard of. This is undoubtedly due to the fact that they wear labelled as a Christian rock band, which they were and didn’t hide it. Now I know this shouldn’t make any difference, as good music is good music right? But, in rock music if you’re into god then that’s frowned upon.
The music contained in these grooves is grade A all the way, and the production by lead man Ken Tamplin is really loud and in your face. This is no wimp out, this album rocks and yes, there’s ballads (we know how I feel about them) but it’s a very uplifting positive record.
Ken has a great voice and there are numerous videos on YouTube of him doing his vocal coach thing to attest to this. My favourite track well… that’s a tough one as there are a few that shake my tree but I will go for the Side 2 close out tune Without You. It’s a great uptempo rocker with a great hook and melody, plus that guitar sound is massive.
Seriously, if you’re an aor/melodic rock fan and you don’t own this album, then why? A very enjoyable record.
9/10 from The Grooveman.
