HARD ROCK

Ken Tamplin, for those who dont know, is the former Joshua vocalist.  Here he is with his latest release, Wake the Nations and he has brought along an extremely impressive line-up which includes Jeff Scott Soto (Axel Rudi Pell, Yngwie Malmsteen), Scott van Zen, Howie Simon , Jeff Watson (night Ranger), Stevie Salas, Richie Kotzen (Poison, Mr Big), Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Mattias Eklundh, Doug Aldrich (DIO) and Kee Marcello (Europe).  Now thats impressive.  He uses this line-up to his full advantage and comes up with a fantastic hard rock album which has you nodding and smiling throughout.  Some of the guitar work is understandably amazing and Tamplins vocals are perfect for this genre.

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Ken Tamplin

Wake the Nations

8/10