The
yellow and black attack is back - armed with their first studio album
for almost 15 years. The concept hasn't changed one bit, melodic metal
with a good portion power thrown into the mix. The lyrical content is
still written with from a Christian perspective - I've chosen to call
it white metal, because it was under those banners Stryper rocked the
world in the mid-80's and forth... I've
always had a soft spot for Stryper, not because of their lyrical
approach to things, but more because they've never been afraid to
speak their beliefs no matter the consequences, and they have always
been true and honest about their Christianity. And over the years
they've actually made some very good albums as well, so it was a nice
surprise to read about them reuniting and touring again... The
core of the band has always been Michael Sweet on vocals, Oz Fox on
guitars and Robert Sweet on drums, and they have been joined by new
bass players Tracy Ferrie on this, their comeback album "Reborn".
This album will never crack the top ranks on my list of this year's
best album - but it is still everything a Stryper fan could have hoped
and wished for, solid songs with excellent guitar work by Oz,
Michael's singing hasn't changed much, so you either like his high
pitched voice or you hate it ... the drumming is as solid as ever and
new boy Tracy fits the band perfectly. If
you love their old stuff, then you'll love this one as well. If you
are just looking for a good melodic metal album, then I suggest you do
your self a favour a check this album out. The decision is yours... Recommended tracks: "Reborn", "If I Die", "Wait for You" & "I.G.W.T." |
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