ART OF ANARCHY (all lead vocals Jeff Scott Soto) – Let There Be Anarchy (2024) *HQ*
Having lost vocalist Scott Weiland after their debut album, ART OF ANARCHY returned with a second enlisting Scott Trap. There were some internal troubles, and 6 years passed until this third LP brings Art Of Anarchy risen from the ashes yet again, like a phoenix on its way to greatness.
Original founding members Jon Votta (guitar), Vince Votta (drums), and guitarist Ron ‘Bumblefoot’ Thal (former Guns N’ Roses, Sons Of Apollo) recruited star vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (former Yngwie Malmsteen, Sons Of Apollo) and bassist Tony Dickinson (SOTO, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) into the fold. This is something to be heard and seen for yourselves.
The band’s rebirth has a darker and more sinister edge on this third studio album. ”Let There Be Anarchy” is epic—from the soaring vocals of the always impressive Soto and the massive guitar solos to the driving bass and crushing drum fills.
The first single “Vilified”, is downright eerie. In fact, I haven’t been so spooked by a song since the cover of “Gonna Get Close to You” by Queensrÿche. The track issues a cautionary tale of chaos and constant confusion. It shouldn’t surprise me that Geoff Tate provided the “news narrations” throughout the tune. “‘Vilified’ is not a song, but a statement, a message, and a warning. It is a reflection of the many issues that are being brought to the forefront within our society. Mental illness, mass shootings, institutions, people being demonized without proper information or due process. ‘Vilified’ will no doubt be one of those culturally significant rock songs that will speak to generations to come. Because in the end, we must fight against the urge to vilify what we do not understand!
“Die Hard” is post-apocalyptic and fitting for the subject matter, musically groovy an intense. “Echo Your Madness” is heavy-hitting and showcases the band’s cohesiveness. “Bridge Of Tomorrow” is another shining star. This one could easily be a chart-topper ron rock radio.
“The Good, the Bad, and the Insanity” is another favorite. Pretty, the head-banging horse would approve.
It appears the third time’s a charm. In Jeff Scott Soto, Art Of Anarchy has found the presence and let’s hope the stability needed to move forward with grace and vengeance to succeed. Plus, his vocal prowess is second to none.
Highly Recommended
01 – Die Hard
02 – Echo Your Madness
03 – Vilified
04 – Bridge Of Tomorrow
05 – Writing On The Wall
06 – Rivals
07 – Blind Man’s Victory
08 – Dying Days
09 – The Good, the Bad, and the Insane
10 – Disarray
Vocals – Jeff Scott Soto
Guitar – Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal
Guitar – Jon Votta
Bass – John Moyer
Drums – Vince Votta
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