CROSSFIRE – A Salute To Stevie Ray + rare Japan Edition Bonus Track feat. John Sykes (1996) *HQ*
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We featured yesterday a remarkable tribute to the unforgettable Stevie Ray Vaughan as part of the L.A. Authority series. But another outstanding homage to the Texan guitarist appeared later: ”CROSSFIRE – A Salute to Stevie Ray”.
This release showcases top‑class guitarists delivering some truly inspired leads. Unlike the L.A. Authority album, where each lead guitarist also handled vocals, CROSSFIRE features a stable backing band anchored by drummer Jay Schellen (Unruly Child), all under the direction and production of the highly capable Billy Sherwood.
Issued as a guitar-driven homage gathering prominent Rock six-string masters there’s the incredible Steve Stevens, Trevor Rabin, Steve Morse, Doug Aldrich, Richie Kotzen, and the late John Sykes, among others.
But the Japanese CD edition of CROSSFIRE includes as bonus track another John Sykes rare performance: lead guitar on the cover of ‘Love Struck Baby’. It’s a shame this track was never released worldwide or later included on any other disc, as it’s truly a must‑have for any John Sykes fan!
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01 – Trevor Rabin – Tightrope
02 – Steve Stevens – Cold Shot
03 – Steve Morse – Travis Walk
04 – Albert Lee – Empty Arms
05 – John Sykes – Pride And Joy
06 – Scott Hill – Couldn’t Stand The Weather
07 – Mark Kendall – Ain’t Gone ‘N’ Give Up On Love
08 – Doug Aldrich – The House Is Rockin’
09 – Richie Kotzen – Honey Bee
10 – Walter Trout – Say What!
11 – Stanley Jordan – Riviera Paradise
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12 – John Sykes – Love Struck Baby (Bonus Track for Japan)
Drums – Jay Schellen
Rhythm Guitar – Kevin Curry (tracks: 3, 4, 7 to 9)
Vocals – Dante Marchi (tracks: 4, 8, 9, 12), Ron Young (tracks: 1, 2, 5 to 7)
Bass, Producer, Mixer – Billy Sherwood
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