Thursday, 24 February 2005 14:27
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"Scream", the first single from the new Billy Idol CD, opens with the most wicked guitar riff heard so far in the 21st century, and sets the pace for a comeback by Billy Idol that will see him taking over the airwaves with his patented reckless abandon. Teamed up again with long-time pal and Grammy winning guitar god Steve Stevens, this single drips sweat, adrenaline, & attitude.
Straight ahead rockin' drums & bass set a solid foundation for Steve's feedback drenched wailing guitar and Billy's radical voice, which moves from chick-seducing growls & crooning to explosive outbursts during the chorus: "Make me SCREAM all night....gonna get EXTREME...." This track absolutely slams in a "rock-n-roll is rebellious AND fun" kinda way that is seldom heard anywhere. It also gives fair warning - Billy is back, and in a big way.
It also features (gads!) a guitar solo! Classic Stevens fair that mixes classic rock motifs plasma-fused with sci-fi excursions that guarantee Steve the distinction of being the first mainstream guitar hero of the 21st century....no doubts, no contest.
"Scream" is the first single from the new album, "Devil's Playground", which will be released on March 22. You can hear it at Billy's web-site. Stay tuned for an interview with Steve, a review of the CD, and more!
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