A Dokken greatest hits album, now that’s a good idea. All is not what it seems however, as this is Dokken circa 2015 and I get why they did this but it leaves a sour taste.
The songs are all from the classic four albums and there are no modern tracks at all. The first thing you can’t ignore is how weak Don’s voice is compared to how it was. He can’t hit those notes anymore and there are a few extra enhancements on call when needed. The only other original member is Mick Brown on the drums. John Levin does a fair job on guitar, but it’s not George. The selection of songs are all the hits basically, but nothing too fast, all are at the same tempo. My favourite of the ones played here is Into The Fire.
I love Dokken and George is one of my favourite players, but it would have been nice if Don had asked George to do this.
8/10 from The Grooveman.
