THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(11-TRACKS)
1-GARDEN OF CHAOS
2-FIRST WINDS OF THE END OF TIME
3-ROCK THE EARTH
4-IN THE NIGHT
5-SLAYERS OF SOUL
6-JUDGEMENT DAY
7-ONLY A MATTER OF TIME
8-THIS TIME IS THE LAST TIME
9-SAVIOR'S CALL
10-METAL BREED
11-I AM A WARRIOR
CREDITS:
CJ Grimmark (Narnia) - Guitar
Andreas Passmark (Divinefire, Narnia) - Bass
Peter Halgren - Guitar
Tracy Shell - Drums
Rob Rock - Vocals
ROB ROCK-GARDEN OF CHAOS-2007
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(11-TRACKS)
1-GARDEN OF CHAOS
2-SATAN'S PLAYGROUND
3-SAVIOR'S CALL
4-THIS TIME IS THE LAST TIME
5-ONLY A MATTER OF TIME
6-SPIRIT IN THE SKY
7-METAL BREED
8-MILLINIAL REIGN
9-UNCONDITIONAL
10-RIDE THE WIND
11-ODE TO ALEXANDER
CREDITS:Line-up:
Rob Rock - Vocals
Carl-Johan Grimmark - Guitars
Andreas Olsson - Bass
Andreas Johansson - Drums
Guest Musicians:
Mistheria - Keyboards
Liza Rock - Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Roy Z - Guitars, Bass
Gus G - Guitar Solo
Bob Rossi - Guitar Solo
Peter Hallgren - Guitar Solos
Bobby Jarzombek - Drums
ROB ROCK-GARDEN OF CHAOS-2007
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(11-TRACKS)
1-GARDEN OF CHAOS
2-SATAN'S PLAYGROUND
3-SAVIOR'S CALL
4-THIS TIME IS THE LAST TIME
5-ONLY A MATTER OF TIME
6-SPIRIT IN THE SKY
7-METAL BREED
8-MELLINIAL REIGN
9-UNCONDITIONAL
10-RIDE THE WIND
11-ODE TO ALEXANDER
CREDITS:Line-up:
Rob Rock - Vocals
Carl-Johan Grimmark - Guitars
Andreas Olsson - Bass
Andreas Johansson - Drums
Guest Musicians:
Mistheria - Keyboards
Liza Rock - Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Roy Z - Guitars, Bass
Gus G - Guitar Solo on "Ride The Wind"
Bob Rossi - Guitar Solo on "Metal Breed"
Peter Hallgren - Guitar Solos on "Savior's Call" and "M-R
Bobby Jarzombek - Drums on "Ride The Wind" and "T-T-L-T
ROB ROCK-HOLY HELL-2005
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(10-TRACKS)
1-SLAYER OF SOUL
2-FIRST WINDS OF THE END OF TIME
3-CALLING ANGELS
4-HOLY HELL
5-LION OFJUDAH
6-I'M A WARRIOR
7-I'LL BE WAITING FOR YOU
8-WHEN DARKNESS REINGS
9-THE REVELATION
10-MOVE ON
CREDITS:Line-Up:
Rob Rock - Vocals
Carljohan Grimmark - Guitar
Bob Rossi - Guitar
Rick Renstrom - Guitar
Roy Z - Guitar
Andreas Olsson - Bass
Bobby Jarzombek - Drums
Maestro Mistheria - Keyboards
ROB ROCK-EYES OF ETERNITY-2003
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(13-TRACKS)
1-ROCK THE EARTH
2-STRANGLEHOLD
3-EYES OF ETERNITY
4-THE EVERLASTING
5-RAGE OF CREATION
6-CONQUEROR'S HYMN
7-FIELDS OF FIRE
8-YOU KNOW
9-THE HOUR OF DOWN
10-BRIDGE TO INFINITY
11-CHILDREN OF THE WASTELAND
12-BEAUTIFUL LADY
CREDITS:
Rob Rock – Lead and Backing Vocals
Roy Z – Guitars, Bass Guitar
Reynold “Butch” Carlson – Drums
Ray "Geezer" Burke – Bass Guitar
Mistheria - Keyboards
Rick Renstrom – Guitar
Bob Rossi – Guitar
Stephen Elder – Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals
Tracy Shell – Drums
ROB ROCK-LIVE IN JAPAN-RAGE OF CREATION-2004
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(11-TRACKS)
1-BRIDGE TO INFINITY
2-ROCK THE EARTH
3-IN THE NIGHT
4-EYES OF TERNITY
5-JUDGEMENT DAY
6-NATION OF FIRE
7-SYMPHONY
8-FIELDS OF FIRE
9-I'M A WARIOR
10-RAGE OF CREATION
11-THE SUN WILL RISE AGAIN
12-LAST IN TIME
13-ROCK YOU LIKE A HURRICANE
CREDITS:Line up:
Rob Rock - Vocals
Roy Z - Guitars
Rick Renstrom - Guitars
Simon Oliver - Bass
Bob Jarzombek - Drums
ROB ROCK-RAGE OF CREATION-2000
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(11-TRACKS)
1-IN THE BEGINNING
2-THE SUN WILL RISE AGAIN
3-ONE WAY OUT
4-JUDGEMENT DAY
5-STREETS OF MADNESS
6-EAGLE(Abba Cover)
7-ALL I NEED
8-MEDIA MACHINE
9-IN THE NIGHT
10-NEVER TOO LATE
11-FOREVER
CREDITS:
Rob Rock - Lead & Backing Vocals
Roy Rock - Guitar,Bass & Keyboards
Reynold "Butch" Carlsson - Drums
Gregory Analla - Backing Vocals
Ray Burke - Bass And Guitar
BIOGRAPHY:& REVIEW FOR THE ALBUMS:
Vocalist Rob Rock has sang And has been active in the world of hardrock for quite some time now. The last few years he was the singer in Chris Impelliteri's band and now he thinks it's time to start up a solo career. On Rage Of Creation he knows himself surrounded by a few very good musicians of whom Roy Z (who was also responsible for the production) and Jake E. Lee are the most well known.. With his powerful Voice Rock treats us to eleven Rockhard Classic Hardrock songs while he never looses sight of the melody. When you're used to a guitarvirtuoso like Chris Impelliteri you won't settle for - much - less of course and Roy Z - just like Jake E. Lee - is playing the stars from the sky on Rage Of Creation. Time after time these gentlemen produce one great riff after the other, but they know how to play a solo as well. Just listen to Roy's Excellent Guitarwork on the closing song Forever. Most surprising song on the album is the ABBA-cover Eagle which has been given a very convincing rocktreatment. Ritchie Blackmore once said that ABBA was the Perfect popband. The fact that their songs are very suitable for a more solid performance has already been demonstrated by Helloween and Yngwie Malmsteen. And now it's Rob Rock's turn to come up with his version of an ABBA-song which he does very successfully. All in all Rage Of Creation is a great debut, but I didn't expect anything else from someone with such a record of service. Unfortunately at the moment the CD will only be available in Japan (releasedate was July 26th) but chances are there will be a European release soon. Let's pray.Anyway!.For those unfamiliar with Rob Rock let me do a quick rundown of his history in heavy metal. Rob has made his name as the long-time vocalist for guitar wizard Chris Impellitteri's band Impellitteri lol. Rock has also worked for German guitar legend Axel Rudi Pell on his album Nasty Reputation. Rock actually started his career in the supposed 'super heavy metal band' MARS on their cd Project: Driver back in '86. He worked with greats like Tony MacAlpine and Tommy Aldridge both of Ozzy fame. Rob Rock has also appeared on The Metal Opera by Avantasia. This album features Rob Rock on Vocals (obviously), Roy Z (Bruce Dickinson and Judas Priest) on Guitar, Bass and Keyboards, Reynold Carlson on Drums (ex Jag Panzer) and has Ray Burke (Ex Ozzy) doing bass on some songs and Jake E Lee (Ex Ozzy) laying out some shredding lead solos on a few songs. So 20 year history lesson over lol lets get onto this bad boy. Rage of Creation is actually Rob Rock's debut album but from the smoothness of the overall album you would have never guessed that. Anyway the standout tracks for me have to be the intro 'In the Beginning', 'Sun Will Rise Again', 'Streets of Madness', 'Eagle' (Abba Cover), 'Media Machine', 'In the Night' and 'Forever'. And really to tell you the truth there is only one weak track on here which is 'Never Too Late'. 'All I Need', 'Judgement Day' and 'One Way Out' are all good tracks just not particularly my favourites like the others. I will go into a little detail now for those still not fully convinced of this album's greatness. Let's get the bad stuff out of the way first though. 'Never Too Late' doesn't really have anything totally wrong with it but as a song it just doesn't stand out at all. Though in all fairness it is a decent rocker with an average solo but it just doesn't hit any high points or boast any stellar performances from any of the musicians. 'One Way Out' is a straight out rocker with an awesome solo! 'Judgement Day' however is a dark song with apocalyptic lyrics. The guitar is way thicker and raw on this song with loads of palm muting. This song shows the versatility and range of Rock's voice going from rasp to howl. Good song to get the crowd jumping. It is the longest song and fades out with an interesting bass bit. 'All I Need' and 'Media Machine' are really cool fast paced rock songs with loads of mini-solos inbetween choruses courtesy of Jake E Lee. They both have kickass solos. 'Media Machine' is a favorite of mine to just stick on in the morning and air guitar to in my underwear lol. Rock also sings his lungs out on this song. 'In the Beginning' a short intro and 'Sun Will Rise Again' are kinda one song because the latter leads off the first one and even ends with the 'In the Beginning' riff! Anyway both very Maiden-like songs and are done in true heavy metal fashion with a powerful chorus and good solo. 'Streets of Madness' starts with a bass bit and then breaks free with a very uplifting riff. Has fantastic lyrics i must say, the chorus is very anthemic and memorable. Guitarwork is solid and the solo is brilliant. This song should become a classic! It's very Dio-like to. Now onto the slower paced tracks 'In the Night', 'Forever' and 'Eagle'. 'In the Night' is a great song and Rock really hits a shining point with his voice here. The chorus is sorta Bon Jovi-ish but don't let that put you off because the solo on here is excellent and harmonized well. 'Eagle' is a cover of Abba and don't let that put you off at all because this sounds nothing like Abba in Rob's hands, this song is absolutely freakin awesome. It has this epic quality and a good subtle use of keyboard. And the solo MY GOD!! Lovely emotional solo that closes the song, the last few notes will tear you up man!! 'Forever' is a fantastic way to close the album. It features the best vocal performance from Rob and the best guitar playing with a shredding solo..FANTASTIC!! I'd like to point out that this is a quality album all round and should be destined to become a classic. Roy Z and Rob Rock work very well together and Roy Z is a true metal hero in my view, producing some of the best heavy metal in recent years and working with the highest calibre musicians. Listen this album is fantastic enough just having everyone but adding Jake E Lee is the icing on the cake totally worth it! I know i sound over-enthusiastic but this album makes me realize why i love the metal genre. Do yourself a favor and buy it, you will 100% not regret it! 100% Heavy metal Maiden and Priest Style!!( http://robertigno.webs.com/).
REVIEW FOR THE ALBUM HOLY HELL:
For those who wanted to see Rob Rock return to the heavier sound of his first album, Rage of Creation, and felt let down with the overly orchestral sound of Eyes of Eternity, Holy Hell is for you. Has there been a better song for getting the blood moving than Slayer Of Souls this year? The drummer and guitar player set the standard for quality power metal playing and Rock's vocals are better than ever. Impelliteri fans who were dissapointed with "Pedal To The Metal" will not be dissapointed with Holy Hell. While I still would have to give the nod to "Rage Of Creation" as my favorite Rob Rock album, definitely get this album if you like fast, hard, melodic power metal.I'll always argue that Rage of Creation is Rock's best album. Maybe it's because Rage of Creation was his first album that truly differed from his neoclassical shred stuff with Impellitteri or the brief inclusion of Jake E. Lee on a couple of tracks, but I've always felt that once Rob Rock was convinced that he was on the right path, he didn't consider it necessary to experiment with different writing styles anymore. Nothing wrong with that, but in general lines, Holy Hell sounds like a more updated version of Rock's previous two discs, with impressive musicianship and solid production. Narnia members Andreas Olsson on bass and Carljohan Grimmark on lead guitar, along with extra guitar work by Roy Z, Rick Renstrom, and Bob Rossi form Rock's solid lineup. The big surprise of Holy Hell, however, is drummer Bobby Jarzombek (Watchtower, Spastic Ink, Iced Earth). I love Jarzombek's drumming in more traditional heavy metal bands such as Halford and Riot because he has a very unconventional approach to rhythm and his double bass drum work is simply awesome. His drumming in the outro of the opening song "Slayer of Souls" is fantastic and only becomes more engaging when Rob Rock adds his husky scream over it. This song is a perfect way to start a Rob Rock album with lots of heavy guitar riffs, pounding drums, and exquisite guitar leads. Jarzombek's drumming also stands out on the following track "First Winds of the End of Time" where he employs a maniacal polyrhythm complexity without taking away from the otherwise epic chunks of power metal riffs. The bass on this piece holds everything together and another killer twin guitar solo with a melodic staple concludes the track. Perhaps due to Rock's affinity to European power metal projects such as Avantasia, there are a few tracks that reek of double bass drum madness with highly melodic choruses that are repeated over and over again till there's no way you can escape them. It's all kept within a certain level of heavy guitar work though, and that saves them from being totally derivative pieces. The title track is filled with heavy guitar and bass but it denies its Maiden and Priest roots with an infectious main chorus. Likewise, "When Darkness Reigns" is also Euro power metalish with an epic intro, sick drumming once again, and distant keyboards used to generate atmosphere. On "I'm A Warrior", Rock's singing reminds of Hammerfall, something I can't attribute to a singer of his calibre, but it's an okay song otherwise. My favourite piece would have to be the dark "Lion of Judah", punctuated by Roy Z's sweeping arrangements and precise guitar work, and Rock actually sings in a lower tone which really suits the album. Sadly, both ballads on this album fall short off the mark, as "I'll Be Waiting for You" (there is also a video of it on the CD) is way too sappy sounding. Not only does this song break the metalic flow of the album, but it also feels like it was put together rather quickly in hopes of adding a power ballad in the mix. The last piece "Move On" features Tobias Sammet singing both lead and back vocals in a somewhat folky tone over acoustic guitars and power chords. Knowing Rob Rock's earlier ballads, I know he could have done better, but Holy Hell is still a good heavy metal album with plenty of power metal elements and it will please most listeners.
REVIEW FOR THE ALBUM:(Garden of Chaos)
this is another outstanding cd by rob rock,the best melodic metal solo artist of today.every song is great.not a weak song on the cd.it rocks.outstanding guitar work.lots of lead guitar.Excellent neo. This is just not running up and down the frets, shredders delight. I love fast guitar with melody,.christian or nonchristian. The album rocks,Bob Rock at his finest. With some Members of Narnia Helping out. Don't overlook because it's christian metal you'll only cheat yourself!(http://www.holymetalrob.com/)
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