I took this CD for a review solely due to the participation of Marc Storace (Krokus), Gary Barden (MSG, Statetrooper) and Michael Voss (Mad Max, Casanova, Demon Driver). In addition, the band's name inspired my mind for something 'wicked' and 'screwed'. Lil' did I know in prior...
Swiss producer/singer/songwriter Holggy Begg united with guitarist and bassist Michael & Matt Bride for this band(?). A collection of strong vocalists - the main already being pre-mentioned - donated their 'throats' for most lead vocal parts to a set of 13+1 tunes of 'melodic Rock'. The problem is that this album consists of tunes mainly 'melodic' and slightly 'Rock'. Some 'sweet' melodies are here and there - to tell the truth - but limited are the chances for even the typical 'MTM series' consumer to find some nerve in this one. Pop-ish and with a 'gothic' atmosphere underneath, Boulevard Of Broken Dreams may see no hope in the ears of Hard & Heavy fans, while...
...the lead vocals of all participants are in a level below their capabilities (only Marc Storace 'marks' his singing). Short (in duration) tunes compile a less-than-AOR album that you can certainly live without.