Born Again

Cleopatra

The aptly titled latest release, Born Again, from 80’s Hair Metal mongers Warrant, marks the first album of new material to not feature frontman Janie Lane and sees the debut of new vocalist, Jaime St. James, formerly of fellow 80’s rockers Black ‘N Blue. Staying true to their roots they have presented us with an authentic representation of everything that embodied the 80’s era of rock. Strong hooks, melodic vocal lines and bluesy overtones with a down and dirty attitude, are all represented very well. If you didn’t know any better you’d swear this was released circa-1988-89.

For long time fans that may hold a skeptical thought toward the band’s revamped line-up, fear not, as this current incarnation wields just as much power as anything they released back in the day. St. James does a slammin’ job at leading the guys into the next chapter of Warrant, and I have to admit that Lane is not missed one bit. However, I wouldn’t go as far as to say that this band sounds much like their former selves, as they do a completely new outfit that would have been equally impressive in their initial hey-day.

For anyone who considers themselves to be a fan of this genre of music, you will agree that Born Again is a truly stellar achievement for a band that has been M.I.A. for such a long period of time. Stand-out cuts include; “Dirty Jack”, “Angels”, “Devil’s Juice” and “Down In Diamonds” People - this is well worth the investment if you are so inclined.

-Priest.