Vandenberg--Best of Vandenberg

Vandenberg--Best of Vandenberg (1988) Rating--6.9

Adrian Vandenberg's solo unit, before he would move on to Whitesnake. A very AOR-like approach, as the music is a mix between lighter 'Snake and Firehouse, and heavier '70s-influenced bands such as Styx and Journey. The vocals are boasting and radio-esque, and often remind of Lou Graham of Foreigner. Adrian does occasionally go off on this compilation disc, but ironically it's usually acoustic burning we're treated to---the electric musings are often left to straight bar-chord fare and the occasional strong riff.
The highlights are the light Scorpions feel of "Pedal to the Metal," as well as the driving "Fighting Against the World". Other moments stand out as well, including the thump riff of "Wait," the thick and harmonious chorus of "Burning Heart," and the strong attitudes of "Rock On" and "Welcome to the Club."
TRACK LIST: Your Love is in Vain/Nothing to Lose/Rock On/Burning Heart/Wait/Welcome to the Club/Prelude Mortale/ Alibi/Different Worlds/Pedal to the Metal/Fighting Against the World

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