RECKLESS LOVE — Animal Attraction (review)

RECKLESS LOVE — Animal Attraction album cover Album · 2011 · Glam Metal Buy this album from MMA partners
4/5 ·
Stephen
I didn't expect them to release the second album so fast, in fact a year gap is usually too quick for a band to really unleash their potential and a bit too hurried, but 'Animal Attraction' magically escaped the sophomore-flop-curse. It's not hugely better than the first, but at least, it has the maturity that I expect from any band, and even though they're still shadowed by the likes of Def Leppard, Motley Crue, or Bon Jovi from the 80s decade.

The title track opened up in midtempo fashion, a good starter but not the best here. The Leppard touch is very obvious, just like in the Hysteria-influenced, 'Fantasy', which is like a sequel to their earlier hit, 'Sex'. The great riffin' in fast-paced 'Speedin' reminds me of Ratt, the solo guitar is superb and the chorus is insanely nice. 'Born To Break Your Heart' and 'On The Radio' are paying homage to Bon Jovi, two of the best and infectious tracks to love here.

Like in their debut, the Euro-pop/dance influence that's cleverly blended with uptempo glam are shown again in 'Hot', the leading single, and the slower track, 'Dirty Dreams'. Both are my guilty pleasure and love em instantly. 'Dance' and 'Young N Crazy' might be the weakest but still enjoyable. 'Switchblade Babe' is big on Motley Crue riffs and 'Coconuts' is a fun-relaxing tune in the veins of David Lee Roth's solo album.

Overall, still a strong and fun album by the young band that prepares to depart Europe for a US invasion. Good luck to them and hopefully the Reckless Love saga will continue with the much stronger third album. Hard to keep up the awesomeness of the debut but nevertheless still a solid rack and deserved at least 85% from me.
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