Manraze have found their sound on their sophomore album “punkfunkrootsrock.” Their debut was a solid effort displaying a new formula and the introduction of the band. Phil Collen from Def Leppard shows off his front man qualities with a more confident approach this time around. Due for release on 8/2/2011, this is the Manraze album to get. Its not too terribly different from the first which is great for fans, but the band does define the album title with dignity. This 3 piece are Punk, Rock, Funk and Dub all in one.
The lead off single and album opener “Over My Dead body” showcases the path of the album. Cathy chorus, perfect toned guitars and the aggressive, vocal power of Phil Collen. The drumming is solid from Paul Cook and the bass strong from Simon Laffy. “I C U In Everything” is a rocker like “Skin Crawl” from the first and takes the band into new territory and shows their progression. “Closer To Me” shows off the dance vibe and the overall pop element that Phil Collen is known for and Laffy gets to go off a little on this one. This song has some flow that will get your groove going. In the middle of the album you will find a Hendrix cover of “Fire.” This rendition snuck up on me and fits the band so perfectly. “Get Action” reminds me of the Lepp sound that Collen has patented over the years. You know Collen loves the guitar instruments as “Dogbite (Instrumental)” ends this album well.
Def Leppard fans, Pistols fans, Rock and pop fans will love this album. Its the culmination of what Collen does in his own take. One of the bet worlds I can describe this album is fun. When you put the album on you the band comes through just having a good time. This is fun, energetic music that will please a lot of fans. The band definitely found their sound this time around and we look forward to what the future brings.
1. Over My Dead Body
2. I C U In Everything
3. All I Wanna Do
4. Closer To Me
5. Lies
6. Get Action
7. Edge Of The World
8. Dreamland
9. Fire
10. I, Superbiker
11. Bittersweet
12. Dogbite (Instrumental)
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