Category Archives: melodic rock

Leah – “The Quest”

Posted on November 11, 2018 by

It’s been a while since I have listened to a Leah album. Loved her earlier work and got pretty excited when King’s and Queens came out. Especially after I saw how long it was (I like longer songs). And while … Continue reading →

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Komie – “Afterglow”

Posted on May 22, 2018 by

Guitarist Ron Komie is Komie and he emailed me about doing a review for this album. Right away I recognized his name. As someone who reads (and somehow remembers) all liner notes over the years, I wrote him back and … Continue reading →

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Subsignal – “La Muerta”

Posted on May 20, 2018 by

TLDR: After listening to this one, I immediately pre-ordered it.     Subsignal are back with their 5th album “La Muerta” that is once again very song oriented. This time out they lean on their melodic/AOR side a little more … Continue reading →

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The Fierce and The Dead – “The Euphoric”

Posted on May 14, 2018 by

Does a song need words to set a mood or tell a story? Can instruments without human voices work magic on one’s imagination? Certainly! Think of film soundtracks as an example. The music, along with the visuals, helps to set … Continue reading →

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Kino – “Radio Voltaire”

Posted on March 14, 2018 by

FINALLY! After 13 YEARS, Kino are back! Granted only John Mitchell (Frost*, It Bites, Arena, Lonely Robot) and Pete Trewavas (Marillion, Transatlantic) remain from their 2005 debut “Picture.” But keyboardist John Beck (It Bites) is a guest on the album. … Continue reading →

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Dukes of the Orient – “Dukes of the Orient”

Posted on February 28, 2018 by

Dukes of the Orient began life as Asia. John Payne joined Asia back in 1991 for the “Aqua” album. Payne partnered with Asia leader Geoff Downes for 5 excellent albums before Downes reformed Asia’s original lineup leaving Payne without a … Continue reading →

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Magnum – “Lost On The Road To Eternity”

Posted on January 22, 2018 by

Magnum has been around a long time. I actually always meant to listen to them over the years but just never did. I finally did when I reviewed their last album, “Sacred Blood ‘Divine’ Lies.” Rather than just accept the … Continue reading →

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