Review: Equator, the sixteenth studio album by Uriah Heep, released in 1985, remains a divisive entry in the band's discography. Departing from their earlier progressive rock roots, Equator embraces an AOR sound, drawing comparisons to bands like Foreigner and Bon Jovi. For some, this shift was a breath of fresh air, showcasing superior production, keyboards, and Pete Goalby's powerful vocals. Tracks like 'Rockarama' and 'Bad Blood' deliver heavy, catchy pop-rock, while 'Lost One Love' and 'Night of the Wolf' stand out for their intense riffs and dynamic compositions. Reissued on smokey vinyl complete with insert, Equator remains an album with its own appeal, especially for those who appreciate 1980s AOR and hard rock.
Review: US3's debut album Hand On The Torch was a landmark record when it dropped back in 1993. At a time when the world was getting to grips with sample culture, Blue Note reached out to the London-based crew and gave them access to the archives. With such a rich pool of source material, they got busy strapping iconic breaks and licks from one of the great jazz stables to crisp beats. There's a lot of ground covered, with hip-hop jams sidling up alongside funky beatdowns and plenty more besides. It's a stone cold classic given the reissue treatment, bringing the likes of 'Cantaloop (Flip Fantasia)' back to life for a new generation.
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