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The BOLTON IRON MAIDEN limited edition LP

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The BOLTON IRON MAIDEN released 2 CDs years back, comprising of their studio & live tracks made back in the early-mid 70s, back before another band used the name and went on to become one of the biggest bands in Heavy Metal. BIM, then just known as ‘Iron Maiden’, were the 2nd British band to use the name at the time (before Steve Harris came along). Now from the band’s recordings comes a very limited vinyl release of their music, just 7 tracks, with a new cover (to the CDs). Check it out. And check out my previous features on the band, including an interview with Paul TJ O’Neill!

*Available on black vinyl (+ special edition) and colored vinyl.

Details:

Active between 1970 and 1976, the Bolton Iron Maiden (originally known as Birth and then Iron Maiden) was a psychedelic hard-rock band formed in Bolton by Ian Boulton-Smith (Beak) on lead guitar, Derek George Austin on bass and Paul TJ O’Neill on drums / vocals.

Influenced by contemporaries like Led Zeppelin, Cream, Free, Groundhogs or Andromeda, their music blended blues, hard rock, and progressive elements.

They soon built a strong reputation supporting acts such as UFO, Bedlam (with Cozy Powell), Caravan, Thin Lizzy…

In 1976, the band disbanded following the death of guitarist Ian Boulton-Smith from cancer.

In 2005, Paul O’Neill revived interest in BIM by releasing two albums, “Maiden Flight” and “Boulton Rides Again”, which compiled studio and live recordings. The proceeds from these albums were donated to Cancer Research and Macmillan Cancer Support. With the blessing of the more famous Iron Maiden and their manager Rod Smallwood, the band adopted the name “The Bolton Iron Maiden” to avoid confusion.

For the first time on vinyl, “Maiden Flight” collects their previously unreleased studio recordings from 1972 plus raw as live tracks circa 1975.

Insert with detailed liner notes and rare photos / memorabilia. Download card with extra (live) bonus tracks.

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FOREIGNER – Head Games (1979)

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The band formed and lead by British guitarist, songwriter & producer Mick Jones was something of a ‘supergroup’, and who’s massive success started with their 1978 debut album, Jones had previously recorded 3 albums with SPOOKY TOOTH, as well as played with Leslie West. Ian McDonald had been in KING CRIMSON, (drummer) Dennis Elliott had recorded a number of albums with British band IF, and relatively unknown singer Lou Gramm had recorded 2 albums with Rochester based BLACK SHEEP.. Prior to the 3rd album, bass player Ed Gagliardi was replaced with Pete Wills, who’d played with Peter Frampton, among others.

While Foreigner and Double Vision had elements of prog on them, and were very 70s sounding (in retrospect), Head Games took on a bit of a fresh modern AOR / hard rock approach. It’s like a big step forward into the ’80s, with the production. The first hit single off this album was the hard-rockin’ lead off track “Dirty White Boy”, while the hit (single) title track lead side 2. But beyond these 2 stand-outs, Head Games featured a number of classics such as “Love On The Telephone”, “The Modern Day” (sang by Mick Jones), the ballad “Blinded By Science”, and the classic closing cut “Rev On The Red Line” (the best song here, IMO). The record went to #5 in Canada and the US.

Head Games was produced by Roy Thomas Baker, Mick Jones, and Ian McDonald, with Jones writing (or cowriting with Gramm) almost every song and being credited for ‘musical direction’ .

Head Games is my most played album of the band’s catalogue, and although Foreigner 4 was their massive hit (#1) album, I thought it all downhill after this, as the band dropped 2 members (becoming ‘4’), and going in a more pop and ballad direction. 4 I liked, though I don’t need to hear “Juke Box Hero” or “Waiting For A Girl Like You” ever again, Agent Provocateur I just never got into.

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DEEP PURPLE – Rapture Of The Deep, 20th anniversary edition- remixed

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Originally released in October of 2005, DEEP PURPLE’s Rapture Of The Deep was the 4th of the Steve Morse era, and my favorite (up until then) after Purpendicular. It included favorites like “Wrong Man”, “Money Talks”, “Don’t Let Go”, and the ballad “Clearly Quite Absurd”. So (see press info below), Rapture Of The Deep has been remixed, with added tracks, and colorful new artwork!

Deep Purple‘s Rapture of the Deep turns 20 – and it’s celebrated with a complete remix and remaster, striking new artwork, plus a bonus CD/LP featuring never-before-released recordings.

It’s no secret that Rapture of the Deep isn’t the first album that comes to mind when listing Deep Purple’s classics – and while it was met with interest at the time, it gradually faded from view. Despite solid sales, the album arrived during a period when there was little spotlight on the world of classic rock, and over the years, Rapture of the Deep developed into an overlooked chapter in Deep Purple’s rich discography.

It’s equally true that this record, and the story behind it, marked a turning point — the quiet beginning of a run that would eventually lead to four consecutive No. 1 albums (2013, 2017, 2020, 2024) and the kind of success few bands experience even once, let alone decades into their career.

New insights by Kerrang! founder and Classic Rock magazine writer Geoff Barton pull back the curtain on a time when Deep Purple were navigating an uncertain era in the music industry that saw the downfall of many once-great artist careers — and unravel the strange chemistry that gave birth to Deep Purple’s 18th studio album.

As bassist Roger Glover reflects, “We were going through a bit of a hard time when we started the songwriting and production of Rapture of the Deep and, strangely enough, we didn’t have a record company at that point. Let’s face it, we were a bit lost (…).”

But from that uncertain moment emerged an album bursting with sharp songwriting, masterful playing, and pure Deep Purple grit.

Now, newly mixed with the supervision of Glover, analogue-mastered at renowned Chameleon Studios in Hamburg, and presented with bold new artwork, Rapture of the Deep finally shines with clarity and color. “It’s a new album now to me,” says Roger Glover. Fans will hear it blooming for the first time.

This new edition also includes a bonus CD/LP featuring previously unreleased instrumental takes and studio rehearsals recorded during the songwriting process — providing a rare, unfiltered insight into the band’s creative work in the studio. Captured on multi-track in 2005 and mixed for the first time in 2025, it’s one of those rare instances where recordings resurface decades later from archives long thought lost.

Among the highlights is the track “Closing Note,” a never-before-heard piece by former guitarist Steve Morse — recorded during the album sessions and now officially released for the first time.

These tracks are available exclusively on all three physical formats — CD Digipak, 3LP Vinyl (black, 180g), and the strictly Limited 3LP Transparent Sky-Blue Vinyl.

With Deep Purple riding high on the success of their latest No. 1 record =1, the time is right to (re)discover the album that set the path for Deep Purple in the 21st century.

Order HERE

Photo Credit: Bruce Payne
Deep Purple in 2005 — Ian Gillan, Ian Paice, Don Airey, Roger Glover, Steve Morse.

RAPTURE OF THE DEEP 20TH ANNIVERSARY REMIX TRAC KLISTING:
CD + LP:
“Money Talks”
“Things I Never Said”*
“Rapture of the Deep”
“Clearly Quite Absurd”
“MTV”*
“Back to Back”
“Wrong Man”
“Girls Like That”
“Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye”
“Don’t Let Go”
“Junkyard Blues”
“Before Time Again”

*Not on original studio album

BONUS LP+CD
2005 Studio Jams & Rehearsals:
“MTV”
“Money Talks”
“Back to Back”
“Before Time Began”
“Closing Note”**
**Unreleased instrumental track by Steve Morse

FORMATS:
*2CD Digipak
*3LP (black, 180g, Gatefold)
*Ltd. 3LP (Transparent Sky-Blue, Gatefold)
*Digital

LINKS:

https://linktr.ee/DeepPurple

http://www.earmusic.com

NIGHT RANGER – Tim Durling issues ‘Sing Me Away: The Night Ranger Album Review ‘

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Canadian author Tim Durling’s latest book covers the albums of NIGHT RANGER. This almost makes me want to go back and fill in the gaps in my NR collection (which is just half of the band’s 13 records discussed here). Night Ranger emerged in 1982, and were a bit unique (IMO) – not quite ‘metal and not overly AOR, but they strung together a lengthy cool list of hits including rockers and power ballads during the ’80s like “Four In The Morning”, “Sentimental Street”, “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me”, and “Sister Christian”. Brad Gillis, of course, was loaned out to Ozzy Osbourne and played on Ozzy’s best ‘live’ album, while Jack Blades went on to numerous other band and writing projects including Damn Yankees, Shaw/Blades, Alice Cooper…

Anyway, looking forward to reading this (and Phil Aston’s forward). Now available on Amazon!

SWEET – Sweet Fanny Adams Revisited to be reissued

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Sweet Fanny Adams began a string of classic SWEET albums in 1973, which saw the band changing from a pop band that relied on outside written songs to a band that was determined to be a serious heavy rock band. The run of albums from this one and including Desolation Boulevard, Give Us A Wink, and Off The Record were a 4 album run of classic hard-rock, bordering on metal at times, and there are very few (very!) bands of the era that had a strong as a run of albums as Sweet did (and throw in the lighter Level Headed, and you’d still be challenged to find a better band!). This ‘revisited’ album was taken from live shows in 2012, and originally released in 2013 (a year after this version of Sweet released New York Connection), so it only features Andy Scott from the band’s classic line up. The band sounds good, as this features such classics as “Sweet FA”, “Set Me Free”, “Heartbreak Today”, as well as a few songs not on the original album (but singles around the time) – “Ballroom Blitz”, “The Six Teens”, and “Fox On The Run”. Not quite the full (original) track-listing, as Sweet Fanny Adams never got a North American release back then, and half of it would be used to compile the US/Canada release of Desolation Boulevard (so this was also previously released as in the US as Desolation Boulevard Revisited). I’d be lying if I didn’t say I have a definite bias towards towards those albums with Brian Connolly, but Pete Lincoln and Tony O’Hora deliver these songs just fine by me, making this well worth checking out! *For more info check out the press info, track-listing, and links below….

The extremely rare SWEET album Sweet Fanny Adams Revisited, which has been out of print for some time and is highly coveted by fans, will be re-released on CD by METALVILLE on August 8th. A vinyl version of the album will also be released for the first time.

Between 2010 and 2012, many SWEET shows were recorded in various countries, and Sweet Fanny Adams Revisited (recorded at a concert in 2012) delivers the very essence of these extraordinary performances.

The success of the original 1973 album Sweet Fanny Adams was the catalyst that propelled SWEET to worldwide superstar status.

As a live performance almost 40 years after the release of the original album, Sweet Fanny Adams Revisited offers the finest SWEET hard rock. The band around Andy Scott presents itself in top form and impressively transports the special magic of the highly commercial power songs back to the stage.

LINEUP:
Pete Lincoln – bass / lead vocals
Andy Scott – guitars / lead vocal on track 6
Bruce Bisland – drums / vocals
Tony O’Hora – keyboards / guitar / lead vocal on tracks 5 & 9

MORE INFO:

www.thesweet.com 

www.metalville.de

www.facebook.com/metalville 

GLENN HUGHES announces new album ‘Chosen’, w/ single & tour

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GLENN HUGHES Returns With New Album ‘Chosen’, Out September 5th, 2025 via Frontiers Music Srl

Rock legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee GLENN HUGHES returns to announce his new studio album ‘Chosen,’ set for release on September 5th, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the announcement, GLENN shares the title track, along with an accompanying music video, available to view below.

In addition, this year will also see GLENN HUGHES busy touring across Europe and South America, with “The Chosen Years” tour starting in Zoetermeer, Netherlands, on September 2nd, and ending on November 29th in Bogota, Colombia. For the full list of dates, please see below.

Commenting on the new album, GLENN states: “Songwriting is deeply personal to me, and l generally write and record when I have something to say. It’s been nine years since I recorded my last solo album, ‘Resonate.’ There have been recordings and collaborations with other artists since 2016.

“When writing ‘Chosen,’ I went back to my life drawing board, writing about the human condition, love, hope, faith, and acceptance. I write about how I feel on the inside and not externally. My life is lived from within, in the present moment. It’s an album of soul food, and I’ve never been so grateful, right here, on planet earth. Music is the healer!”

Vocalist, bassist, and songwriter GLENN HUGHES is a true original. No other rock musician has so distinctively blended the finest elements of hard rock, soul, and funk. His astonishing voice is his calling card, he’s known as a singer’s singer. Stevie Wonder once called HUGHES his favorite white vocalist.
After a nine-year hiatus as a solo artist, GLENN HUGHES returns with ‘Chosen,’ a brand-new solo album that finds him at his most hard-rocking. Explosive and dynamic, ‘Chosen’ showcases HUGHES at his absolute best, both in songwriting and production. A truly captivating return!

Pre-Order ‘Chosen’ HERE

*For dates & ticket info on The Chosen Years tour – https://www.glennhughes.com/tour.html

pic: Leo Baron

Track List:

1. Voice In My Head

2. My Alibi

3. Chosen

4. Heal

5. In The Golden

6. The Lost Parade

7. Hot Damn Thing

8. Black Cat Moan

9. Come And Go

10. Into The Fade

GLENN HUGHES band:

Glenn Hughes – Vocals

Soren Andersen – Guitar

Ash Sheehan – Drums

Bob Fridzema – Keys

LINKS:

https://www.facebook.com/glennhughesonline

https://www.instagram.com/glennhughesonline/

www.glennhughes.com

https://frontiers-us.shop/

LOVE STEALER – a look at the covers, Phil Wainman

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This pop/rock gem was originally penned by songwriters Phil Wainman and Richard Myhill, and first recorded by British glam band HELLO. The song was soon picked up and recorded by a number of other varied acts, particularly in just a few year span. A single for many, though I don’t see that it was a huge hit for anyone after Hello.

“Hello was the first, they were rehearsing it within days of us writing it.”, recalls Wainman. “Richard Myhill and I wrote together over a couple of years, he was great fun to work with.”

Asked about his biggest hit as a writer, Wainman replies – “Probably “Give A Little Love”, Bay City Rollers, number one in the UK. I would not call myself a prolific writer there are so many real writers… I’m more of a producer that writes and can fix other people’s songs, that’s what I enjoyed most.”

Phil had produced a lot of early Sweet recordings, but by the time “Love Stealer” came about, Sweet had largely moved on to recording their own material. – “I never thought of offering it to Sweet as they started to write their own songs.” Richard Myhill had a career as a singer as well, releasing a few solo albums, as well as work on various soundtracks.

Richard Myhill (demo)

I found this on Youtube, according to Phil Wainman – “That sounds like the demo Richard Myhill sung, not me! That’s an EMI label, it was never released like that.”

Hello – 1976

Back in the days of of British Glan scene, HELLO released a few albums, and a number of singles, including their version of Russ Ballard’s “New York Groove”.

Cliff Richard – 1983

the last track on Cliff Richard’s Silver album. Not bad at all! Kinda loud and heavy (musically), and very 80s.

Ian Lloyd – 1979

From Ian Lloyd’s (Stories) 1979 solo LP Goose Bumps A very likeable poppy version. Goose Bumps featured songs by a number of writers (Rod Argent, Russ Ballard, Bryan Adams & Jim Vallance, Ric Ocasek…), as well as an impressive list of players and guests. Also, this version was a single.

Brownsville Station – 1978

Perhaps my favorite version of this song, American band Brownsville Station recorded it for their 1978 album Air Special, their last. The band had recorded another Wainman song on their previous album (self-titled, red album) – “Lady (Put The Light On Me)”. Both Brownsville covers were issued as singles.

Ray Burgess Band – 1978

Australian musician Ray Burgess, from the lone Ray Burgess Band album, Final Mix. A lighter, but very good version of this song..

Uriah Heep – 1980

Somewhat of a controversial choice for Heep (being as it was recorded not long after their Conquest album). Although it’s not a bad version, it was an odd move at the time. Singer John Sloman was not happy about recording it, and it would be the last recording to feature keyboardist Ken Hensley, who left soon after.

Richard T Bear – 1979

American singer (pianist, writer, producer) who released a few albums in the late 70s and 80s. This is from his 2nd album Bear, which included a number of name players such as Bob Kulick, Ian Thomas, Mark Clarke. Co-produced by Jack Richardson. A bit of rock, pop, funk, blues….

The Scooters – 1981

From The Scooters 2nd LP Blue Eyes, produced by Phil Wainman. This was also released as a single. The Scooters, a power-pop band, based in England included American Larry Lee, who went on to play and produce several acts, notably the late Joey Molland (Badfinger, the 80s) Mr Big (produce), and Roger Daltrey.

BoysVoice – 1990

German hard-rock/metal band that released 3 albums. This is from their self-titled debut album; also released as a single.

Canadian band LOVER release cassette EP

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Calgary rockers LOVER debuted late last year with this 2 song EP, which is now being issued on cassette! 2 great guitar riff, 80s type rockers, with shades of Wasp, Thin Lizzy, Judas Priest, Riot….and a bit of Triumph and Iron Maiden…. Below is a bit from the press info.

Description (from band) – “High energy, vocal harmonies, guitar harmonies, pounding drums. We deliver a full Rock n’ Roll experience. We only had a few songs ready at the time of this recording, so we all decided on our best 2 songs. We have been diligently writing and have more than enough material for a full-length record. We are starting to write a 2nd record already. Most songs are demoed. We are hoping to get some help with the costs of recording our first full-length record.”

EP artwork: The lips are original, our bass player Jacob kept getting kisses from a cutie, so he got her to kiss a Napkin. Aidan then worked some magic on it and the artwork was born. Our friend Alix did a stellar job with designing our logo.

Lyrics – 1. Fatal Attraction: It is an energetic rush of sound that captures the ups and downs of being overwhelmed by desire. The lyrics feed this feeling by talking about lust and substance abuse.
2. Bad Love: Lyrically, a tough and mean reality check. A true story of love gone wrong. Aggressive riffs mean solos; the song captures the strain of a mind in love and turmoil.

Band: Aidan Desmarais – lead vocals, guitar
Hunter Raymond – drums, vocals
Jacob Chase – bass guitar –
Christopher LoNigro – guitar

Links: https://linktr.ee/loverrock

HONEYMOON SUITE – announce new album

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Honeymoon Suite have a new album coming out this summer. Check out the press info, ordering info, and videos below….

Legendary Canadian Rockers HONEYMOON SUITE Announce New Studio Album ‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down’ – Out July 25th via Frontiers Music Srl Pre-Order HERE

Famed Rockers HONEYMOON SUITE are proud to announce that their highly anticipated ninth studio album is dropping this summer! Entitled ‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down,’ this new full-length will be released via Frontiers Music Srl and hits on July 25, 2025.
As a follow-up to their electrifying 2024 release ‘Alive,’ ‘Wake Me Up…‘ marks another exciting chapter in the band’s storied career. Known for their infectious blend of melodic rock, powerful hooks, and captivating lyrics, this legendary Canadian band continues to honor its classic 80s-inspired sound while embracing contemporary production techniques. The new album showcases the group’s signature style — a fusion of hard-hitting rock energy and smooth, melodic anthems — but with an updated sonic twist, adding a modern touch that fans have come to expect after their previous successes.
Celebrating the announcement, HONEYMOON SUITE shares the album’s first single, “I Fly,” along with a new music video.
About the single, Derry Grehan comments:
“I had originally come in with the music that ended up becoming ‘I Fly.’  We had a great chorus, and we knew the track could be super cool if we finished it right. There were several re-writes over the course of a few months, but we finally hit on a really great verse and pre-chorus that rolled perfectly into the ‘I Fly’ chorus. I felt bad for Johnnie as Mike pushed him to his limits when cutting the vocal, but sometimes that’s what it takes, and the results speak for themselves. Johnnie is singing better than ever!
“The lyrics are metaphorical. They talk about being on a plane, taking off into a new life, and leaving a bad situation behind on the ground. Finding a new freedom and the strength it takes to change. It’s a very positive song, and I think a lot of people can relate.”

‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down‘ sees the band continuing their commitment to the rock genre, staying true to the powerful, melodic music that made them a household name in the 1980s. Fans can expect driving rhythms, soaring guitar solos courtesy of Derry Grehan, and the signature emotive vocals of lead singer Johnnie Dee. HONEYMOON SUITE’s earlier work, including iconic hits like “New Girl Now,” “Feel It Again,” and “Lethal Weapon,” established them as one of Canada’s most beloved rock bands, and their ability to evolve while keeping their classic sound intact continues to resonate with both old and new listeners alike.
Once again, the band has joined forces with acclaimed producer and songwriter Michael Krompass (Steven Tyler, Theory of a Dead Man, Smash Mouth), who helped shape the sound of their 2024 album ‘Alive.’ Krompass’s ability to blend the past and present is evident here, as the album resonates with the same nostalgic vibe that has defined HONEYMOON SUITE’s enduring legacy, while incorporating the latest production trends that elevate their sound to new heights.
Derry comments on ‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down‘:
“The new album actually came together pretty quickly compared to ‘Alive.’ We didn’t have a pandemic to deal with. Also, our producer, Mike Krompass, had moved back to Canada, and this put us all much closer together. We recorded most everything at Mike’s home studio outside of Toronto. A lot of the songs were written quickly by Johnnie, Mike, and me in the studio, and I think they have a very fresh, live sound with a sense of urgency and excitement. I had also brought in a few much older ideas that we re-worked and made into great new songs. The album is classic HONEYMOON SUITE. Every song is different and great in its own way. It’s an album that will grow on you the more you listen, and we think people are going to love it.”
From their self-titled debut album in 1985 to the success of ‘Racing After Midnight’ and ‘Monsters Under the Bed,’ HONEYMOON SUITE has maintained a loyal fan base, producing a series of chart-topping records that continue to define the rock genre. Their latest effort proves that, nearly four decades later, the band is still firing on all cylinders.
With this new album, HONEYMOON SUITE demonstrates their ability to stay relevant and energized in today’s music scene while still tapping into the timeless essence that made them a staple of the 80s rock era. The album delivers a collection of tracks brimming with both high-octane rockers and more introspective moments, all marked by the band’s trademark energy and musicianship. From its anthemic choruses to its emotive lyrics, ‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down‘ reaffirms that HONEYMOON SUITE remains one of rock’s most enduring and exciting acts, ever evolving but never straying from the heart of what made them legends.

Track List:
1. I Fly 2. Way of the World 3. Every Minute 4. Way Too Fast 5. Stay This Time 6. Crazy Life 7. Live On 8. Keep Our Love Alive 9. Unpredictable 10. Ever Leave You Lonely

pic – : Allan Zilkowski

HONEYMOON SUITE are: Johnnie Dee – lead vocals Derry Greham – guitars / keyboards / backing vocals Dave Betts – drums Gary Lalonde – bass Peter Nunn – keyboards

Pre-Order ‘Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down’ HERE

LINKS;

https://linktr.ee/honeymoonsuiteband

https://www.facebook.com/HMSLive

Honeymoon Suite – Wake Me Up When the Sun Goes Down – Blue/Red Splatter LP

HEADPINS – Line Of Fire (1983)

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Released in the summer of 1983, Line Of Fire was the Headpins 2nd album on Solid Gold Records. Founded a few years prior with (then) Chilliwack members Ab Bryant (bass) and Brian MacLeod. The band went through a few changes, with drummers Matt Frenette (Loverboy) and Bernie Aubin essentially changing places, and singer Denise McCann being replaced by Darby Mills. The band’s debut Turn It Loud, gained a lot of attention and radio play with the hit single “Don’t It Make Ya Feel”, as well as the title track – “Turn It Loud” and “Breakin’ Down”. The Headpins sound centered around MacLeod’s guitar sound and Darby Mills powerful vocals (dubbed the “Queen of scream”). Line Of Fire took on a bit more of a radio friendly approach in the songs and a bit of keyboards on a few tracks. The album’s cover is a photo of the band on and around a motorcycle, with the back cover being another band photo, but geez, the small red lettering on the back, makes a good bit of this hard to read!

Anyway, I saw the Headpins open for Loverboy in August of that year. During their set Darby Mills announced that the new album would be in the shops the next day before the band played “Feel It (Feel My Body)”, which was the only new song included in their set!

Line Of Fire was a very good album, all around. It featured 2 classic dark, hard n heavy side openers in “Mine All Mine” and “Don’t Stand In The Line Of Fire”. Then there was the 3 singles, all melodic rockers – “Celebration”, “Just One More Time” (the band’s only single to crack Billboard in the US, @ #70). The more poppy “Feel It (Feel My Body”) featured a bit more keys and horns, and received a good bit of radio play. “Double Trouble” was another fine rocker. 8 tracks, all written by MacLeod (with Mills co-writing 2, and Ab Bryant another). Line Of Fire gave the band their 2nd platinum album in Canada.

The band’s label Solid Gold went under before the band’s 3rd (and final) album 2 years later. Head Over Heels was recorded for MCA records, a bit lighter, featuring the single “Stayin’ All Night”, as well as favorites “Never Come Down From The Danger Zone” and “Still The One”, but it didn’t fare as well as the previous 2 records. Still well worth checking out. Darby Mills left the band soon after, and released a solo album in 1991 (Never Look Back), while McLeod wrote & recorded with Mike Reno (Loverboy), and recorded an album with Chrissy Steele (Magnet To Steel) in ’91. MacLeod passed away in 1992. The Headpins would eventually reform with a few new players, and still play today (albeit with a different singer as well).