The latest studio release from
Bai Bang dates back to 2001. In 2006 they released a best of compilation, which got yours truly on board. "Best of
Bai Bang" showcased a very diverse band.
The line up consisting of Diddi Kastenholt (vocals), Pelle Eliaz (Lead Guitar), Joacim Sandin (Bass) and drummer Jonas Langebro recorded "Are You Ready" and with this album
Bai Bang is ready to pick up where they left 8 years ago.
"Are You Ready" opens very positive with the catchy Glam Rocking tune
Love The Things you Do, which also is the best tune on the album.
Bai Bang updates their sound on
Born to Rock,
We Come Alive and
Are You Ready (I'm Ready) with big electronic drums and keyboard, which beefs up the sound. However,
Born to Rock is an imitation of Wig Wam
In My Dreams and
Are You Ready (I'm Ready) is a modern Hard Rock song similar to Bon Jovi's
Its My Life. Only the best Die Young is a sappy ballad. The solo from guest guitarist Ryan Roxie only proves that Axl Rose was wrong in not hiring Roxie for the recent
Guns N' Roses formation.
Songs like
Bigtime Party and
All the Little things are lifeless and go nowhere. The band really needs more attitude and power. The album is far from consistent in both song writing and even in production quality. The production and sound of
Bad Boys is different compared to the other songs and sounds like a demo.
Bai Bang sings "It's been a long time coming, Are You Ready to Rock?" I'll pass this time. I looked forward to this album, but it leaves me with bitter aftertaste. The band sounds uninspired and out of ideas.
Bai Bang has been hauled over the coals by the endless stream of Swedish Hard/Glam bands.
10 tracks and a playing time of 33 minutes only.
Written by
Michael Tuesday, April 7, 2009
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