KINGDOME COME is a German / American band formed in 1987 by Lenny Wolf, German origin. The bran new "Outlier" is the band's new material since 2009, when their last album "Magnified", was released. My first entanglement with this great band was when my friend recommended me their song "Should I". As a Hard Rock magnet, it wasn't so hard for me to fall in love with this creation.

"Outlier" is the common ground for brilliance and experience when it comes to Hard Rock. "Don't Want You To Wait" is one of my favorites, tuning with broadened keyboards, very atmospheric, somewhat Folkish yet with Metal type riffing that had me going for RAMMSTEIN. The chorus is pretty catchy, fine singing with Wolf's strong voice. "God Does Not Sing Our Song", the opening track, has such a profound atmosphere, created by the rhythm section and the awesome riffing. Wolf is at his best with diverse vocal pattern from being gentle to hoarse in blink of an eye, making the song to shape up as a melancholic / melodious oriented as if it was from afar. As always, a memorable chorus plus an exquisite guitar solo. Well played and energetic drumming with a wonderful vocal line lies within the depths of "Let The Silence Talk", a tremendous listener. "The Trap is Alive" is not too far behind, with great bass line, additional liveliness in the drumming along with AC/DC type of riffs. Sure you can miss another favorable solo moment and catchy licks.

"Rough Ride Ralleye" is a song pampered with electronic attributes relaying a mysterious ambiance. Trance like rhythm and riffs remind me fundamentals of Industrial Metal, a little similar to OOMPH!. On the chorus, is a mere cry out but has that coldness of early U2. "Holy Curtain" is a bit melancholic, echoing in the vein of PINK FLOYD. "Such a Same" continues with the band's own feel, with faster drums and stronger riffs, not so harsh but typical for KINGDOME COME. Wolf's Bluesy and charismatic vocals had me thinking of WHITESNAKE. Experience sure makes the difference. On "Skip the Cover and Feel" there is almost a pure American vibe of Country meets Blues, yet the guitaring is heavier and the chorus is mega strong melodic lines.

I was a bit surprised how an 80s oriented band got in so close with modern elements, yet it is still KINGDOME COME with their own sound, totally awesome. Listening to this song list again and again is a must, new things will be discovered and absorbed. You couldn't be bored. Fans of KINGDOME COME with take a smooth ride through this one.