Jason was a busy boy in ’88. He recorded this his first solo album, the second Cacophony album with Marty Friedman, and he also appeared on Marty’s solo album Dragons Kiss. One year later in ’89, he was diagnosed with ALS. Jason would undoubtedly have gone on to be an absolute legend of the instrument. But through the albums he recorded before his illness, he was without doubt the finest shredder of them all.
The title track and Mabel’s Fatal Fable are just insane. The technique and chops for someone so young are incredible. And to show Yngwie how it’s done, Hopus Pocus is a fine mash up of classical and metal.
I get that this type of guitar album does not appeal to all, but if you love all things guitars like me then this is a must have.
8.5/10 from The Grooveman.
