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Friday 31 December 2021

Galore - Roller

 

People have noted that I Don't Hear A Single has changed direction a little over the years. I'm not sure that's the case, but it certainly reflects my wide listening tastes more and to give readers (and listeners) the credit, they have stayed on for the ride. They know if something doesn't appeal to them, something that does will soon appear. 

However with Galore, I am in far more expected territory. Many of you will know of Barry Walsh from the superb Cool Blue Halo. However, Walsh was also a part of another Canadian band, Galore and their third album, Roller has remained unreleased over the decade or so since it was recorded.




The album was demoed  and recorded in various home studios with the tracking done in Sloan's Rehearsal Space, Sloan being friends of the quartet. The other three members are Kevin Hilliard (Bass) Stephen Krecklo (Guitar) and Tim Timleck (Drums). Hilliard also shares vocal duties with Walsh.

The result was and is a splendid 10 song affair and it is a shame it has taken so long to reach the world. Pop Rock of the highest order, all of the staples are there, big choruses, great riffs and ace Guitar solos. The album isn't a million miles away from Cheap Trick in feel.




Stop Believin' is probably the stand out, an absolute catch all gem of an opener. Please is more in 80's territory with its driving Bass and production. Cincinatti Annie trends 90's Cheap Trick and Too Many Sarahs channels The Beat with a hint of UK New Wave.

Getting Over It is fine Power Pop with its killer riff and Under Your Thumb is a real Glam Rock stomp. All in All Roller is a joyful listen, it hasn't dated at all and some of the 2021 Pop Rock recordings could learn a thing or two about track order and the lack of a need to front load.




You can listen to and buy the album on all the popular streaming and download sites. You can find out more about the album here.


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