Before joining Whitesnake, Adrian released a string of really good melodic rock albums. But, if you were thinking that this project is more of the same, you would be very wrong. The tunes on offer here go way back with their influences. Think Zeppelin crossed with early Whitesnake, add quite a raw fee,l and we have hit the jackpot.
This album first came out in 2014, and other than Adrian all the band members are unknown (to me) Dutch musicians. Mixing that earthy blues rock groove with Vandenberg’s era for a good tune and melody really works well here. My favourite tunes are List And Lies, Close To You, Steal Away, and Leeches. They all have that same great blueprint: a killer groove with a a great swing and a very catchy hook and chorus.
I think this the best thing Adrian has done and long may he continue with this project.
8.5/10 from The Grooveman.
