Michael Monroe – Blackout States

[schema type=”review” name=”Michael Monroe – Blackout States” description=”Label: Spinefarm Records” author=”Nina Mende” pubdate=”2015-10-09″ ]
Michael Monroe is a singer, songwriter and musician since 1979. Along with Hanoi Rocks, Michael Monroe turned into a legend in the history of glam rock, having inspired other legends such as Slash, Mötley Crüe and such. But aside Hanoi Rocks he has always had a solo career. With Hanoi Rocks, Michael Monroe released ten studio albums and as a solo artist he released ten albums as well. This, being his latest, is called “Blackout States” and comes with thirteen tracks.

The brand new album “Blackout States” is fast and catchy. The choruses are easy to sing and shout along, the rhythms will get you moving along to the music. Michael Monroe is the godfather of glam rock and you can hear that. The music is timeless and strong. Rich music arrangements that lack of nothing, and lyrics that are fun to listen to. Some songs remind of Billy Idol, some of Iggy Pop. Michael Monroe knows how to use his voice to set the mood or perfect the image the band is drawing with the songs. The album also includes saxophone and harmonica, which add some class to the music and some depth.

“Blackout States” is a brilliant and catchy album that you will listen to over and over again. A masterpiece of rock and roll. So hop into your tight leather pants and hit the dance floor. The new Michael Monroe album “Blackout States” tells you to.

Tracklist: 01. This Ain’t No Love Song 02. Old King’s Road 03. Goin’ Down With The Ship 04. Keep Your Eye On You 05. The Bastard’s Bash 06. Good Old Bad Days 07. R.L.F. 08. Blackout States 09. Under The Northern Lights 10. Permanent Youth 11. Dead Hearts On Denmark Street 12. Six Feet In The Ground 13. Walk Away

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