DDRIVE – Critical Mass (2013)
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DDRIVE was founded by guitarist Don Mancuso (Lou Gramm Band, Black Sheep, Cheater) and Canadian singer Phil Naro (Talas, Peter Criss & 24K) ten years ago with 3 albums under their belt (the really good ‘3D’ from 2010 already presented on this blog).
The band is working on the follow up disc but they never have been one to rush a project as they believe quality of their recordings is more important than the quantity of releases.
In the midterm DDrive assembled the just released compilation “Critical Mass” to introduce a whole new generation of fans to their brand of hard / classic rock, while giving their loyal and steady followers an album of their best cuts -some remixed- and a taste of what’s to come.
“Critical Mass” consists of music recorded between 2004 and 2013 and features 2 bonus tracks, a newly re-recorded acoustic version of “I’m A Little Outside” plus a brand new song called “Ten Things I Hate the Most”.
With a four octave range and powerful delivery, Naro is certainly the ideal vocalist for DDrive’s melodic rock/hard/classic rock style, while Mancuso is known for his melodic riffs and tasteful solos.
Really enjoyable release.
01 – Dig Down
02 – Down Rotten Dirty
03 – Diamond Star Halo
04 – Next Train
05 – You’re Never Alone
06 – Pray For Tomorrow
07 – Always Done
08 – Can’t Dig Your Way Out
09 – Welcome To My World
10 – Build My Castle
11 – A Little Bitta Sunshine
12 – Down Deep
13 – Missing
14 – Chains On You
15 – Lock Lips
16 – Never Had A Chance
17 – I’m A Little Outside (New Version) Acoustic
18 – Ten Things I Hate The Most (New Original) Acoustic
Phil Naro – Vocals, Guitars & Harmonica
Don Mancuso – Guitars, Bass & Mandolin
J.T. Taylor – Bass
Bobby Bond – Drums & Percussion
Special Guests:
Jeff Cosco, Lou Gramm – Backing Vocals
Billy Sheehan – Bass, Backing Vocals
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