There is something that should be said about
JEROME MAZZA’s new album “
Outlaw Son”, which is it is absolutely gorgeous album. “
Outlaw Son” out now via
Escape Music LTD, is every AOR/ melodic hard rock junkie’s wet dream.
JEROME MAZZA and company bring a seemingly simple approach and execute with mammoth sounds and an abundance of conviction. “
Outlaw Son” is a sleeper album that should not be overlooked.
“
Neverland” sets the tone for the entire album. Like a fine wine, “
Outlaw Son” is the result of mature yet classy sounds accented with amazing vocals. “
The Dark Side” is a short and sweet gem that can take me to the dark side, because I know they will have righteous tunes just like this one. Going through a funk? Take a listen to “
Streets of Fire” and become rejuvenated. The guitars are sure to grab the listener, however, the vocals will hook the listener.
Another stand out track is “
The Last Goodbye”. With a slightly prog side, it was easy to enjoy the crunchy and thick guitars mixed with angelic soundscapes. Continuing with the classy theme is “
Song for the People”. Which manages to sound punchy with perfect vocals by
JEROME MAZZA. “
Save the Best ‘til Last” is sure to be a fan favorite. Slightly modern, and I mean, slightly, this song is a definite earworm. Arguably the best song on the album.
Getting to the later half of “
Outlaw Son”, and things just keep getting better. “
Crossfire” is a memorable instant classic that lifts the spirit. Just like the title would suggest, “
Calm before the Storm”, is just that. There are peaks and valleys of greatness. Title track “
Outlaw Son” is another shot of energy that would be best observed cruising down the highway with the top down. “
Unfinished Business” is a perfect end with funk and groove.
JEROME MAZZA’s “
Outlaw Son” is sure to be underrated. However, this album deserves to be listened to. Three words that best describe “
Outlaw Son”: inspirational, passionate, and heart warming (ok maybe four words). This is another one of those “chicken soup for the soul” type of albums. “
Outlaw Son” is for fans of AOR and melodic hard rock and is sure to be the sleeper hit of 2019!
Songwriting: 9
Originality: 8
Memorability: 9
Production: 9