ROCKNROLLSTATION.COM: Album Review + Burning Rain

When I first heard Doug Aldrich in the band Tytan, I was really impressed with the energy in his guitar sound. Then in Lion, he impressed me even more. Then came Bad Moon Rising, by this time, I was already convinced that anything this guy did I was going to enjoy. While his solo projects, 'High Centered' and 'Electrovision' dazzled me his new project, BURNING RAIN simply rocked my socks off! For anyone who hasn't heard Dough Aldrich play guitar, we'll lets just say you are missing out on hearing one the best axemen in the business. Power, attitude, energy combined with melodic grace is how I would describe his guitar sound. Burning Rain's self-titled debut release is a CD that is filled with bluesy balls out rockers with a few power ballads added for good measure. "Smooth Locomotion", starts off the CD in grand fashion with Doug displaying his guitar riff wizardry that will hit you straight between the eyes. Providing a strong vocal performance is former MEDICINE WHEEL singer, Keith St. John, whose vocals I would have to say have improved immensely, he has more control over his voice now. The foundation of Burning Rain is provided by Doug's fellow BMR bandmate bassist, Ian Mayo and drummer Alex Makarovich. Together they combine their talents to create a solid hard rock sound that would be a joy to any rocker and roller listeners ears. Songs like, "Superstar Train", the ballsy rocker, "Jungle Queen" and the hypnotic groove of "Tokyo Rising" will definitely satisfy your rock and roll taste buds. Doug Aldrich has once again found a way to amaze me even more, truly this guy is one heck of a talented guitar player whose playing style is down right awesome! Just listen to the CD and you hear where I'm coming from. Weatherman says there is a strong chance of rain ahead, if its Burning Rain, let the rain come down and let it come down hard!