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On Apocalyptic Love, Myles Kennedy (of Alter Bridge on vocals) has teamed up with Brent Fitz (drums) and Todd Kerns (bass) to form The Conspirators, providing support to Slash on his second solo studio album.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By nin/ja77
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When Slash released his debut solo album in 2010 it featured a wide and diverse selection of artists from the like of Ozzy to Fergie, Lemmy to Adam Levine as well as spots for Nicole Scherzinger, it was an album that worked well and featured a standout track in "By The Sword" sung by Andrew Stockdale of Wolfmother. The album also featured two songs by Alter Bridge frontman Myles Kennedy who would also go on to front Slash's group for his world tour during which he would sing songs from Slash's former bands as well as tracks from the album, so every night Kennedy would be filling the shoes of Axl Rose, Scott Weiland, Andrew Stockdale, Ian Astbury and Chris Cornell it was a job that he performed admiringly as his voice handled all the different ranges. So for Slash's second album Kennedy performs all the tracks, it seems like a natural progression and a working relationship has been built up by the two men.
The album itself "Apocalyptic Love" is a rock fuelled funk filled adrenaline rush of old school rock and roll and it's clear from the outset that the album has one intention and that's to rock, it's an album full of great riffs such as the opening song the title track "Apocalyptic Love" with its funk driven riff that has Myles Kennedy using his full vocal range to drive the song on and features a great sing along chorus. "One Last Thrill" starts out with a scream in the background before Kennedy delivers the lyrics at 100 miles rate; it's a great piece of punk rock. It shows Kennedy has many different styles of vocals. It's also topped off by a trademark Slash solo. There's some great drumming and bass playing from Brent Fitz and Todd kerns on the song "Standing In The Sun", both Fitz and Kerns are part of slash's live band.... Read more ›
The album itself "Apocalyptic Love" is a rock fuelled funk filled adrenaline rush of old school rock and roll and it's clear from the outset that the album has one intention and that's to rock, it's an album full of great riffs such as the opening song the title track "Apocalyptic Love" with its funk driven riff that has Myles Kennedy using his full vocal range to drive the song on and features a great sing along chorus. "One Last Thrill" starts out with a scream in the background before Kennedy delivers the lyrics at 100 miles rate; it's a great piece of punk rock. It shows Kennedy has many different styles of vocals. It's also topped off by a trademark Slash solo. There's some great drumming and bass playing from Brent Fitz and Todd kerns on the song "Standing In The Sun", both Fitz and Kerns are part of slash's live band.... Read more ›
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Purehalo
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I knew the collaboration of Slash with Myles Kennedy would result in an incredible album (just listen to 'Back from Cali' and 'Starlight' from Slash's last CD) But the end result is so far beyond expectations.
Its EPIC.
The riffs, the huge chorus's, beautiful lyrics and that voice of Myles's serve up one hell of a listening experience.
All the incredients for the perfect album are present. The rythmn section in Brent Fitz and Todd Kerns provide the perfect backbone.
Slash's guitar genius was made for Myles's vocal beauty.
This isn't just for Slash / Alter Bridge fans, its for fans of great rock music.
Amazing!
Its EPIC.
The riffs, the huge chorus's, beautiful lyrics and that voice of Myles's serve up one hell of a listening experience.
All the incredients for the perfect album are present. The rythmn section in Brent Fitz and Todd Kerns provide the perfect backbone.
Slash's guitar genius was made for Myles's vocal beauty.
This isn't just for Slash / Alter Bridge fans, its for fans of great rock music.
Amazing!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By The Quibbler
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Imagine if Guns N' Roses had continued in its original form: this album is essentially that. Myles Kennedy is a very capable if more refined alternative to Axl Rose. It's almost impossible to avoid making reference to or comparison with Guns N' Roses album Appetite for Destruction because this seems to be such a natural successor, and for hard rock fans at least, surely praise does not come much higher than that. It may not quite have the raw 'wow' factor but it is a more developed and polished product. There is no doubt that Slash is on absolutely top form here - you only have to listen to 'Anastasia' to see that - what an amazing performance! Only time will tell if this becomes one of the great rock albums. It certainly deserves success.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Don't get me wrong this is good music,but from a Man of Slash's calibre I expect something else.
I cannot quite put my finger on what is missing,The guitar playing is spectacular as you would expect the singing is great but it just does not go together for some reason.
The songs lack identity and it seems more of a showcase for individual performances than as a Masterpiece of an album that it should have been.
I cannot quite put my finger on what is missing,The guitar playing is spectacular as you would expect the singing is great but it just does not go together for some reason.
The songs lack identity and it seems more of a showcase for individual performances than as a Masterpiece of an album that it should have been.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Others have rightly been comparing and contrasting this record to the previous Slash and Friends which was, of course, an entertaining collaboration with many of Slash's heroes, all of whom brought something of themselves to the mix, and the result was a kaleidoscope of hard rock melodies and lyrical styles.
On the other hand, this one sticks to a tried and tested formula and is one axe wielding, gun toting, mean hombre of a record. It's how 21st century rock'n'roll should sound: it doesn't need any further reinventions thanks. Derivative in places? Of course. Why not? I hear Guns'n'Roses, Aerosmith and The Cult in these songs. Slash has always been the sort of artist who makes no bones about his influences, especially his personal guitar heroes. And yet, when I listen to the sheer variety of riffs on this record, there are still new twists and turns that you simply don't hear much from Slash's peers in the hard rock metal sphere.
And Myles Kennedy sounds like he means it here. His voice is punkier and it's got a snarl with attitude behind it, quite different from his Alterbridge material which often has a much more earnest and reflective post grunge vibe about it. But then hanging around with Slash on the road for three years would do that to a man.
There are very few fillers on the album, though the ballads are, in my view, probably the weakest tracks.... Read more ›
On the other hand, this one sticks to a tried and tested formula and is one axe wielding, gun toting, mean hombre of a record. It's how 21st century rock'n'roll should sound: it doesn't need any further reinventions thanks. Derivative in places? Of course. Why not? I hear Guns'n'Roses, Aerosmith and The Cult in these songs. Slash has always been the sort of artist who makes no bones about his influences, especially his personal guitar heroes. And yet, when I listen to the sheer variety of riffs on this record, there are still new twists and turns that you simply don't hear much from Slash's peers in the hard rock metal sphere.
And Myles Kennedy sounds like he means it here. His voice is punkier and it's got a snarl with attitude behind it, quite different from his Alterbridge material which often has a much more earnest and reflective post grunge vibe about it. But then hanging around with Slash on the road for three years would do that to a man.
There are very few fillers on the album, though the ballads are, in my view, probably the weakest tracks.... Read more ›
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Great tunes
Some great tunes in this album from the best guitar player on the planet. Had some of his previous albums but this is the best by far.
Published 6 days ago by jbr
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Apocalyptic Love - Slash
If you love guitar driven music with a fantastic drum beat and a deep and strangely easy to listen to lead vocal then you need to listen to this album. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Alan Mcintyre
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This was a risky buy as I had no idea what it would be like but it is fantastic, a real surprise. I highly recommend and yes will be buying more from Slash.
Published 1 month ago by clare
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ok
Its a decent album, trouble for me is that its very samey, doesnt grab you by the balls and do anything really exciting.
Published 1 month ago by dwelfie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good old fashioned dirty rock n roll, and Myles Kennedy can sing!
If you liked G n R and Slash's previous albums then you will like this one. Great riffs, great solos with great melodies sung by an underrated but great singer. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C R Evans
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GUITAR RIFTS RULE
WHAT CAN YOU SAY THE MAGICAL SLASH AND HIS 3RD MAJOR ORGAN HIS GUITAR HE IS JUST THE BEST THANKS
Published 1 month ago by Mr. S. J. Niewolik
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you are soooo cool :)
this is a cool album and i have always liked slash and his music also in guns n roses and and he produces out standing songs and i love it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jessica king
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great product if you are a slash fan
again i bought for my husband, not my type of music but it certainly appealed to my husbands taste in music.
Published 2 months ago by lilian mowbray
5.0 out of 5 stars
brilliant collection
I bought this for my son age 10 he loves it and it has a brilliant collection of slash hits
Published 2 months ago by sue
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disapointing
Not Slash's best album. The one previously was much more varied and I preffer the mix of artists to this
Published 2 months ago by Lesley Oldfield
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