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Roadrunner Records –
2011 | |
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Scott Rock infuses "Got It Bad" with his drums, which dance about. Geoff Tate's sings playfully off the rhythmic patterns. The guitars in this third tune have that Indian sound Jimmy Page use to get with Led Zeppelin. The drums and Eddie Jackson's bass act as the engine that drives "Higher." Geoff Tate plays saxophone, which comes off unexpectedly cool. "Wot We Do" is odd and kind of strange song that allows Tate to play his sax again. This song has almost a slow rap or hip-hop musical backdrop. The soundscape of "Around The World" contains piano and Scott's drums which help take the song to a mature level. The guitar tone is really appealing. This is the most radio ready song I've heard the band create in years. The dark feel of "Drive" is just plain cool. Tate's vocals in this song are the best of any song off this album. This track is the sparkplug off Dedicated To Chaos and my favorite off this CD. "At The Edge" reminds you that the Ryche can still rock hard. Tate's sax leads the break, which sounds almost like a distorted guitar. "I Take You" has a simple, primal feel that works. I like how "Retail Therapy" flows as Geoff Tate makes another one of his commentaries on our greedy gotta have it now society. I love when Rockenfield breaks into the symbol pattern about halfway into "Lie." I got me moving for sure. Pink Floyd's influence drifts throughout "Big Noize." Multi--layered voices, sounds are scattered about the mix. The bands goes for PF's penchant for dreamy atmosphere. Dedicated To Chaos might be the most creatively adventuress album Queensryche has recorded since Rage For Order. But I do think the band is missing an explosive lead guitar player to go along with guitarist Michael Wilton, who is more of a rhythm guitarist. I miss the Ryche going heavier with more guitar presence. But I do like when the band takes chances. For that reason, this album is more than relevant. | ||
