Tag: easy action

This is the band’s second and final album, and it’s a whole bunch different to their first. Moving away from the glam sound and image for a more radio friendly and polished pop rock groove. I mean, this sounds like Hall & Oates at times, but it’s such a fun high energy record and the production is so bright and loud.

The keys are very front and centre and very trademark 80’s, but Kee Marcello drizzles some great flourishes throughout the album. It’s such an infectious record it’s impossible not to feel great while listening to it. Favourite track is Teachers Do It With Class. Such a good song and what this album is all about.

8.5/10 from The Grooveman.

Easy Action only ever released two albums, this being the first one released originally in ’83 (although this copy is a repress from ’85). They are mostly known for (I guess if you’re outside of Sweden) having Kee Marcello on guitar before he jumped to Europe, and one Zinny Zan on vocals who would later go one to front Shotgun Messiah. They set out to be the ultimate glam rock band with their love of all the 70’s scene. Add a small dose of punk, a huge dose of rock, and you get the picture.

The band sued Poison for the song We Go Rockin’ as they stole the main chorus melody for their song I Want Action, it’s pretty much a straight lift. The band were awarded damages from Poison’s label. Although, I’m sure if Sweet and Kiss were paying attention they may have taken steps against Easy Action. My favourite track however is Mental Dance, a fun uptempo pop rock tune with a killer guitar sound and groove.

70’s glam was a huge part of my musical development, so I guess that’s why I have a soft spot for bands like this.

7.5/10 from The Grooveman.