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Khymera, Lit Soul, Lypswitch, Rob Moratti
from Highwire Daze #146
by highwiredaze
ALBUM REVIEWS
Hold Your Ground Khymera Frontiers Music Srl
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Review by Ken Morton
It’s way early on in 2023, but it’s very clear that the new Khymera record is bound to be one of the very best melodic rock albums of the year. Featuring Dennis Ward from Pink Cream 69 and Magnum on sweeping lead vocals and rock-solid bass, the long running Khymera presents a career best with the rapturous Hold Your Ground. Each and every song should be all over worldwide radio airwaves, and absolutely tantalize the senses. In addition to Ward’s amazing leadership, Khymera features keyboardist extraordinaire Eric Ragno, weaving his very own magic and sonic artistry into the proceedings. From the glorious reverberations of opening track Don’t Wait For Love to the burning passion found within Firestarter and beyond, Hold Your Ground by Khymera captures the imagination, transporting the listener into a euphoric state of pure sonic bliss. The Khymera legacy continues, and Hold Your Ground is a vibrant collection of songs well worth seeking out!
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Get Out - Run! Lypswitch World Of Sin Music
Review by Ken Morton
In 1988, Lypswitch moved from Orlando, FL. to Hollywood, CA. to follow the Rock ’n Roll Dream. In three years the band played over 100 shows and was almost signed. The band would regroup and release a CD compilation titled 30 Years in 2019. And now in 2023, Lypswitch is back with a raging new single entitled Get Out - Run! And this one is absolutely powerful, presenting a very dark story of addiction and betrayal. Timely and very impassioned, the subject of mental health and drowning your sorrows in the midst of alcohol is dealt with quite effectively. Get Out - Run! is a stunning next chapter to what is expected to a collection of songs leading up to a brand new Lypswitch album! What an amazing track, delivered with a compelling sense of urgency and conviction! If you or someone you know suffers from depression, substance abuse or is suicidal, please visit SAMHSA
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Best Of Lit Soul Lit Soul Metal Babe Mayhem
Review by Ken Morton
Lit Soul is a melodic hard rock band that advocates liberty in the modern age. Based out of the Los Angeles area, the band has just released a Best Of double CD after six studio albums, over 20 official music videos, and countless live performances. Including 16 previously released songs and two new ones, Best Of serves as a glorious introduction and/or celebration of mastermind Rob Chevelle and his powerhouse sonic artistry. Each track found within is filled with a ton of passion and conviction - whether the subject matter is of the heart or a social commentary, Lit Soul delivers a message of freedom and liberation that is thrilling to behold! With highlights galore, there is so much wonderful music to explore on this brilliant Best Of compilation. Fans of acts such as The Doors and The Cult are absolutely destined to uncover a lifelong favorite when encountering what Lit Soul has to offer the world at large. A massive, impassioned collection of music that listeners will want to revisit time and again!
www.metalbabemayhem.com/mbm-blog/litsoulbestof Epical Rob Moratti Frontiers Music Srl
Review by Ken Morton
After spending time on the late great AOR Heaven record label, Rob Moratti has now signed to the one and only Frontiers Music Srl - and has released a brandnew endeavor entitled Epical. Also known for his work within the ranks of Final Frontier and Saga, Rob Moratti has amassed quite a magnificent solo career. Epical presents the artist at the very height of his creative energies. In addition to Moratti’s vibrantly impassioned vocals, also included within the magical auditory journey of Epical is the participation of Joel Hoekstra of Whitesnake, performing his trademark wizardry on lead and rhythm guitars. There is also a co-write by Steve Augeri (ex-Journey) on the song For The Rest Of My Life. Selections such as Can I Hold You For A While, Masquerade, and Love demonstrate just why Rob Moratti is so revered within the worldwide rock and AOR community. So much passion and depth to found on the majestic Epical, and it’s definitely Rob Moratti’s finest recording to date!
