This is another American band that we were told repeatedly in the music press of the time that they were the next big thing, and to be prepared to be blown away. Musically, I would say they are heavily influenced by Kiss, and they have a similar style of writing – a near carbon copy on this release at least. The press called them “heavy metal”, but I would say more hard rock with a hint of power pop.
Richie Ranno is not a bad guitar player, he is very Ace in his style, and Michael Lee Smith is a cross between Paul and Gene with his vocal style. It’s not bad for 1976, but they were never going to blow me away. It’s well played and the songs are short and snappy, but nothing too outstanding, it’s just a fun rock n roll record. My favourite songs are Detroit Girls and Monkey Business.
7/10 from The Grooveman.
