CD Review: Lillian Axe - XI: The Days Before Tomorrow

Written by Petra Whiteley Friday, 27 January 2012 09:57

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Artist: Lillian Axe
Title: XI: The Days Before Tomorrow
Genre: Hard Rock/Heavy Metal
Release Date: 27th January 2012
Label: AFM Records

Album Review

LILLIAN AXE, a band hailing from Louisiana was founded way back in 1983. They’re set between Hard Rock and Heavy Metal with their latest addition into their album catalogue, entitled as ‘XI: The Days Before Tomorrow’. The songs are said to be “...your face songs of truth, war, neglect, Mother Nature, the innocent victim, the state of the world, current issues and spirituality.” This album also ushers in a new vocalist, Brian C Jones.

The “betweeness” of music doesn’t come out as a plus, where it concerns Hard Rock its reach to Metal make it uncertain which forfeits the fun of Rock’n’Roll and where it concerns Heavy Metal it’s far too lukewarm, lacks in oomph and just doesn’t get to go off the ground more than one inch. Some songs are outright cringe worthy such as ‘Great Divide’, clichéd musically and lyrically, its attempt at being epic is quite embarrassing. ‘Take The Bullet’ will make you have fun with guessing where you’ve heard the verses’ melody before, however it builds a nice contrast with the chorus. If you wanted something anthemic, look to ‘Bow Your Head’ but again, don’t expect miracles. In fact, if you do come across this album approach it only with (very) small expectations, only then you won’t be disappointed. It’s so mediocre it’ll be flashed out of your consciousness soon enough anyway. I wouldn't waste money on it...

Tracklist

01. Babylon
02. Death Comes Tomorrow
03. Gather Up The Snow
04. The Great Divide
05. Take The Bullet
06. Bow Your Head
07. Caged In
08. Soul Disease
09. Lava On My Tongue
10. My Apologies
11. Angels Among Us

Line-up

Brian Jones – Vocals
Steve Blaze – Guitar / Keyboard
Sam Poitevent – Guitar
Eric Morris – Bass
Ken Koudelka – Drums

Websites

www.lillianaxe.com / https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lillian-Axe/111530765544071

Cover Picture

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Rating

Music: 5
Sound: 6
Total: 5.5 / 10

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Comments

0 #5 ray dunkle 2012-02-10 20:09

@ChuchH. You have to be kidding me. The best Hard Rock release of 2012, so far? I presume you mean, the best Hard Rock release of 27th January in Luxembourg, between 6PM and 7PM, downtown, in this shop which has a green window next to that nursing home. Get real.

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+1 #4 ChuckH 2012-02-08 00:49

Obviously the reviewer is mistaken (and that's putting it kindly). Hands down best hard rock release of 2012 so far. Holds up well against recent releases from AV7 to VH. Great songwriting and musicianship start to finish. Pick it up you wont be disappointed.

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+1 #3 ChuckH 2012-02-08 00:20

Please. Obviously the reviewer has no clue. This album is nothing short of spectacular. Best hard rock album of 2012 so far. Band firing on all cylinders. Songs easily hold up against any new hard rock releases (from AV7 to VH).

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