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 Welcome Back, Glam Rock! August 22, 2007
A. Shaffer (Gotham City, USA)
4 out of 8 found this review helpful
I've never been a Motley Crue fan. Saw them once a few years ago in Cedar Rapids and wasn't too impressed with the pudgy lead singer. But holy crap. This album is 10 times better than it has any right to be.
This isn't a Motley Crue record; fans of "Girls, Girls, Girls" and "Shout at the Devil" will probably sneer at Sixx:A.M.'s glam-rock blend of L.A. Guns and Dream Theater. I don't know what hole in the wall Sixx:A.M.'s lead singer James Michael crawled out of, but he really carries this album with his vocal range. The guitar, synth, and drumming aren't half-bad either. Am I forgetting the bass? Nikki Sixx isn't so bad on that either. Sixx really knocks a home run with the lyrics, however, adapted from his "Heroin Diaries" autobiography. They're pretty straightforward when compared to, say, Alice in Chains' "Dirt", but they work in this musical context.
Let your hair down and rock out. Better yet, perm it and tease your bangs and rock out.
Brilliant Depiction of a Tragic Lifestyle!!! October 29, 2007
M. Halvorson (Minnesota, USA)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
Never before have I felt in my soul anything like this from Nikki Sixx. This is nothing short of a Grammy winning CD. This so called "critic" that wrote the review for Amazon should find a different job if he can't see that. I've been a Crue fan for 17 years, and this blows everything else out of the water. The music is absolutely phenomenal, almost orchestral. Nikki's tortured soul is perfectly emulated in the vocals of James Michael, as if Sixx were singing himself. I also highly recommend the book, you won't want to put it down. Don't miss this, it will touch your life!
One word...Genius August 22, 2007
bltlb (Nashville, TN)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Okay, I have been a hard core rock fan since my cousin introduced me to the likes of Zeppelin, Cooper, Sabbath, Montrose, etc. in the early 70's at the ripe old age of 10 or 11. Although there have been many strong artists and albums to come out in the years since, I have not heard a stronger album, yes I say album in this day and age of 1 or 2 notable songs worth hearing more than once, in a very very long time. I downloaded this album this morning, listened to it twice in my office and could not wait to go to lunch where I could listen to it on a real audio system to truly enjoy in its marvel. If you are a true rock fan you will not be dissapointed in this rich and emotional album that truly delivers on the premise of what we were taught an album should be. An experience for the mind, heart and soul not to be missed. In today's world of artists trying to reinvent themselves it is a blessing to have 3 musicians come together and pull off a masterpiece. Kudos to Nikki Sixx, James Michael and DJ Ashba for finally giving us something to celebrate. Pure and absolute genius!
DJ Rib August 22, 2007
Robert J. Barnes (Little Rock, AR USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have been a fan of Nikki's since "Too Fast For Love" came out. His mastery of music is even more evident with the music he has put out on his latest work. The music does tell a story and in the days when most artists are looking for a quick hit to make a little bank, its great to have one that still cares about the quality and sound of his work. I feel that a lot of the songs can touch on some aspects in all of our lives at one point. I am very much looking forward to reading the book now.
Nikki Sixx bares his soul, and touches mine in the process August 30, 2007
Steven Brostek (Cleveland, Ohio)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I'll begin with an admission that I was looking forward to the book for which this CD serves as the soundtrack, more than this CD. Nikki's previous "solo" excursions haven't impressed me all that much. I've always considered Nikki Sixx to be a "borderline lyrical genius". Problem was he was always writing lyrics about "nothing". He was shackled by the hair/glam metal boundaries of Motley Crue. This release Changes EVERYTHING !!!!
After hearing this CD, I'd prefer Sixx to concentrate on a solo career and leave little girl voiced Vince Neil behind. This is an amazing recording. The lyrics, orchestration, vocals, the musical performances- everything is top notch. This recording drips emotion and passion!!
Along with the incredible arrangements,every song has a hook which will have you singing along by the 2nd time you've played it. For me, the songs are playing over and over in my head already- and I LOVE IT!
I love hard rock/heavy metal. What makes it even better for me is when the lyrics tell a story-so naturally I am a big fan of concept albums.
This one ranks right up there with the greatest I have ever heard.
Queensryche's OPERATION MINDCRIME and PROMISED LAND come to mind as do W.A.S.P.'s THE CRIMSON IDOL and THE NEON GOD, parts 1 and 2 as well as Steve Vai's SEX AND RELIGION.
If you like your music well crafted and beautifully performed this CD is for you. Don't expect Dr. Feelgood, but simply open your ears and your mind, and let Nikki take you on an incredible musical and personal journey. I cannot express how grateful I am that Heroin never took Nikki's life. If it had, I would have suffered by never having heard this CD...
This recording is, in every sense of the word, a MASTERPIECE !!
Thank you Nikki Sixx for an awesome CD !!!!!
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