Red Rose - On The Cusp Of Change

Red Rose

On The Cusp Of Change

by CJ "Music God" Plain at 31 January 2013, 1:59 PM

I've oft wondered what it would have sounded like if BOSTON has recorded a new CD while Michael Sweet was the lead singer for them. I'm proud to say, I think we finally have an answer.

The first thing that struck me about RED ROSE was how much the voice of Leve Laiter sounds like Michael Sweet. After that, I was struck by how this band had managed to perfectly blend 70's style Progressive Rock with a very modern sounding rock approach. it's a brilliant mix that works on so many levels.

"When Roses Fade" reminds one of what STRYPER might sound like as a Progressive Rock band. "King Of The Local Crowd" just screams Deep Purple influence. "Alone In The Night" opens with a beautiful acoustic style before the vocals kick in and just soar.

The guitar playing of Elnur Aliev is fabulous here. It reminds of David Gilmour in many ways only with a heavier touch added. The drumming here is provided by Matan Shmuely of the ORPHANED LAND fame and he does a great job of really adding the needed punch to drive these tunes.

This is highly recommended for anyone that is a Progressive Rock fan, enjoys 70s inspired Rock, or just wants a great new band to kick back to. As stated, this works on every level and is a simply marvellous dose of Heavy Rock.