The media information accompanying my digital copy of LUCER's "L.A. Collection" (released June 11, 2021) noted it's for fans of AC/DC. After giving the album a listen, all I can add to that is: "AND HOW!!" This Copenhagen (Denmark)-based quarter expertly channels the musical sensibilities of their elders from Down Under. Whether it be chunky power chords; melodic, riff-based melodies that are slightly raw around the edges; or a rhythm section providing a strong bottom end to anchor each tune, LUCER has AC/DC's style down pat. Even the lead singer's voice bears an uncanny resemblance to that of BON SCOTT, though Lasse Bøgemark's timbre and articulation are a little clearer (all the better to catch the double entendres which speckle the lyrics).

From the first notes of the opener, "Make My Getaway," LUCER hit with what they'll deliver for the next 37 minutes; pounding, mid-tempo, balls out rock-and roll. The rhythm is tight, the beat is steady, and the melody tunefully comfortable. If you're a fan of hard rock and not tapping your foot or bobbing your head from here on out, perhaps somebody needs to put a mirror under your nose to see if it fogs.

"Living On The Line" blasts out of the speakers in rhythmic bursts. "Roll The Dice" is more uptempo than the two previous tracks, LUCER mashing the pedal to the floor and pinning it there for the duration. "Vintage Rock N Roll" with a bit of an attitude, as LUCER declares to one and all this is who they are and the way they are going to play. Big riffs are the hallmark of "Dead Man's Walk."

"Dirty Job" is played on the faster side, though slower, sparer interludes are also heard. The track features some percussive pyrotechnics, with a few of the drum fills grabbing my attention. This tune progressively builds on itself, crashing down on the listener in a controlled frenzy as the finish approaches. LUCER deviates slightly from the style they've established during "Straight To The Bone." Don't get me wrong, it's still a song you could kick somebody's ass to; but it has sort of a 1960s British Invasion sensibility, particularly around the choruses.

The final two tracks, "Stabbed In The Kneecap" and then "Out Of Touch," finish the album the way it started; STRONG!

LUCER have learned well the lessons taught by AC/DC. "L.A. Collection," their third album, is nothing short of big, bold, take-no-prisoner's music. It's classic hard rock, light on the finesse and heavy on melodic power.