Comments:
Glyder is one of few bands to come out of Ireland and claim world
wide fame with their music. Hailing from the Emerald Isle, they certainly
have the influences and ghost of a certain rock pioneer present on
this remarkable debut. It's uknown if these guys will make it to shoot
to the top, but the ingredients are there!
The
band immediately shifts into gear with the energetic rocker "Colour
of Money" with some serious close harmony guitars. "Saving
Face" and "You won't bring me down" are energy injected
honest rockers with powerful riffs and explosive bass and drums exploding.
The voice of bass player Tony Cullen is moaning and expressive, suiting
the music presented. Though it lacks the power and balls you would
expect you somewhat have to grown into it, his voice is true and fits
the profile and music. But it is the remarkable guitar harmonies that
make the difference reviving the mighty predecessor from Ireland:
THIN LIZZY. Like on the mighty "PUP," which is boosted by
the swinging guitars and isles' folk influences from the old days.
Even
Phil's mum Philomena Lynott claimed this band revived the vibe of
the mighty Lizzy, and she experienced the same shivers as when she
saw her son perform! (check out their homepage for the article!)
That
being the biggest compliment ever, it not only suits the band, it
also does justice. "Die or Dance" is a perfect example in
which Lizzy's ghost meets the present! Or the absolutely amazing "Neutral
Coloured Life" with its acoustic intro piece that bridges to
a Lynott infected guitar driven melodic rocker. Not as cocky as the
rest, it will attract a lot of music fans. Mid tempo tracks like the
highway rocker "She's Got It", the ear mingling "Stargazer"
with its hit potential, or the '70's rooted slightly psychedelic retro
rocker "Takin' Off" all add up to a great and diverse album.
Sheer power and passion, semi ballads and groovy rockers thrown together
to create a fine ride through time. All presented in the best thinkable
sound, thanks to the production of the great Chris Tsangrides (Judas
Priest, Thin Lizzy, Black Sabbath, Ozzy, etc).
This
self titled debut is one that can be placed on the top shelf alongside
bands like Silvertide and Cry Of Love. Amped up rock and roll, so
pure and true at heart, it makes fans weep! Unlike many of these CDs
however, Glyder keeps growing on you with every spin of the disc.
Glyder definitely claims their place in rock with this extraordinary
debut. The next one will be a hit!
www.glydermusic.com
www.truetalent.ie
Line-Up:
Tony Cullen - vocals and bass
Davy Ryan - drums
Pete Fisher - guitar
BAT - guitar and Backing vocals
HRH
Rating: 8.1/10
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