Description

Rebellious Spirit is Germany’s version of crude, rude and screwed American Hard Rock / Glam Metal calibration. Listening to their debut album Gamble Shot will unravel the strong sensational vibe of old school Hard Rock. However, Rebellious Spirit are still regarded as the new boys on the block, and their music isn’t just a directed reprise to the old traditions of the genre, but also the fired up principles of the new age made by European hands other than once the dominated American power. Rebellious Spirit is the picture of adolescence, not yet ready for the high rated creativity of the music and its never ending options, but on the other hand, hedged to the guiding light of their gods, this pack of youngsters, playing it safe with this debut as it seemed to me, were able to emerge victorious with songs that will always be remembered as their powerhouse hits. Who wouldn’t enjoy the sparkle of en enticing chorus sung by a boyish set of vocals, or a catchy rhythm guitar riffing even after being exploited endlessly, or the slick tempos, and classic arrangements and crunchy soloing? Well I can name more than a few, but I won’t shun the efforts of these guys. Actually, while sounding a bit banal from here on end, Rebellious Spirit performed with grace, composing and writing their material just as it was written by the book of Rock. Without nonsense, or extra crafty detailing, just partying, Bluesing it up when called upon, but generally having a good time as simple as it can get. I believe that trouble free would be the right pair of words to describe this release best. This band can ignite the old energies, along with their found fashion, and provide a Rockin party bash for their listeners. Don`t Leave Me is a touch soul collector, slick trip into hardship and inner heartache with a modest but so actual lead guitar lick. Cry For You is such a Scorpions song, sometimes reminding me of Rock You Like A Hurricane until the chorus hits the fan with a blaze the might resemble Tokio Hotel, in particular since the vocals have similar tone decorations. Nonetheless, though I can’t stand the Pop Rock prank that I mentioned, this song still rocks and big time with its crispy catchiness. Forever Young, it is good to feel young and alive, yet I would have to divulge that the vocals are a bit less emotive that expected, but at the music chops with gritty riffs and cool melodies. I didn’t expect a cover to be honest, and I am glad that this one could be counted as a hit in my bill. So I will end this one up with a recommendation to head on and listen to those guys. I know that a larger part of it would sound outdated, but damn feel the energies of the musicians behind the songs. And you really don’t have to be a fan of the new wave of youngsters Hard Rock.

Track list:
1. Lets Bring Back
2. Sweet Access Right
3. Cry For You
4. Change The World
5. Lights Out
6. Gone Wild
7. Dont Leave Me
8. Youre Not The Only One
9. Forever Young
10. Rock it