Dangerous Games (Reissue)

Alcatrazz

Before taking a long nap, ALCATRAZZ released "Dangerous Games" back in 1986, without Steve Vai […]
By Katarzyna Zakolska
November 28, 2013
Alcatrazz - Dangerous Games (Reissue) album cover

Before taking a long nap, ALCATRAZZ released "Dangerous Games" back in 1986, without Steve Vai that was replaced by Danny Johnson.

"Double Man" is a favorite of mine, got to love that melodic rhythm section that is so inspiring. Titled track "Dangerous Games" delivering a catchy chorus with a melodic sensation while "That Ain't Nothin" laying down rougher Rockin' approach, yet still maintaining the band's melodic heritage. "No Imagination" has a Popish ambiance, especially with the drumming and the keyboards. It continues with the vision of "It's My Life" resonating in an AOR atmosphere. On "Undercover" there is that amazing ASIA craving that I noticed on the early album, potent stuff even with the Pop demonstration. There is also the ballad "Only One Woman" with a stellar Blues performance by Bonnet. Others worthwhile are: "Ohayo Tokyo" succeeding the QUEEN style and "Witchwood" sinking down to the Blues with an itching Rock sound.

"Dangerous Games" might not be as achievable like its previous ones, but still highly recommend as an historic relic of the ALCATRAZZ fame. Another fine piece to your collection, count on it. 

7 / 10

Good

"Dangerous Games (Reissue)" Track-listing:

1. It's My Life
2. Undercover
3. That Ain't Nothin
4. No Imagination
5. Ohayo Tokyo
6. Dangerous Games
7. Blue Boar
8. Only One Woman
9. Witchwood
10. Double Man
11. Night Of The Shooting Star
12. Hiroshima Mon Amour (Live at The Country Club, Reseda)
13. Suffer Me (Live at The Country Club, Reseda)
14. Somethin' Else (Live In Tokyo)

Alcatrazz Lineup:

Graham Bonnet - Vocals
Danny Johnson - Guitars, Backing Vocals
Gary Shea - Bass
Jan Uvena - Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Jimmy Waldo - Keyboards, Backing Vocals

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