Chateaux: Spirit Of The Chateaux, 3CD REVIEW
5th August 2024The “Spirit Of The Chateaux” 3CD set is like a time machine to the wild world of Chateaux, the rockstars of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene.
This collection is not just an ordinary anthology; it’s a treasure trove for die-hard fans and newbies who want to dive into the legacy of this underrated band.
The first disc unleashes Chateaux‘s debut album, “Chained and Desperate,” a raw, powerful, and oh-so-NWOBHM collection that blends heavy riffs with catchy tunes. It’s rebellious, gritty, and as unpolished as a rock in a tumbler – and that’s what makes it pure gold.
Moving on to the second disc, we’ve got “Firepower,” where Chateaux dial up their sound with a tad more polish while keeping their edge. The songs show maturity, relentless energy, and intricate guitar work. It’s like they upgraded from a beat-up van to a shiny tour bus without losing their street cred.
And let’s not forget the third disc – Highly Strung. This album proves even metal bands can experience a mid-life crisis. Released in 1985, this record sees the band take a deep breath, adjust their spandex, and try to navigate the complicated world of hair metal, all while looking like they’re auditioning for a role in a forgotten 80s soap opera.
Spirit Of The Chateaux by Chateaux is a nostalgic trip to a time when metal was as much about the look as it was about the sound, and it’s guaranteed to leave you wondering if maybe, just maybe, we all missed out on something special in the 80s.
Score 7/10
Track Listing
DISC ONE
Chained And Desperate
1 Chained And Desperate
2 Spirit Of The Chateaux
3 Burn Out At Dawn
4 The Dawn Surrendered
5 Straight To The Heart
6 Baton Rouge
7 Son Of Seattle
8 Shine On Forever
Bonus Tracks
9 Young Blood
10 Fight To The Last
DISC TWO
Fire Power
1 Rock And Roll Thunder
2 Roller Coaster
3 Eyes Of Stone
4 Hero
5 Run In The Night
6 White Steel
7 Street Angel
8 V8 Crash
DISC THREE
Highly Strung
1 Highly Strung
2 Turn It On
3 Hot Touch At Midnight
4 Phalanx
5 Chase The Sun
6 Through The Fire
7 First Strike
8 One Too Many
9 Midnight Star
Label – Dissonance
Release – 21st June 2024
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