Royal Blood had their debut album in the can and were holding it back and letting the offers pile up as they were poised to be the next big thing in the world of hard rock. Led by bass player Rocky Newton, of MSG fame, and guitar wizard Alex Masi, the band seemed to have the world of rock eating out of their hand. They were going to cherry pick the best contract they could get and be internationally famous rock stars.

In Seattle, however, bands like Pearl Jam and Nirvana were ready to breakout and usher in the world of Grunge, essentially emptying the last puff from that can of Aqua Net called Hair Metal. A true victim of the changing times, Royal Blood went from the next big thing to yesterday’s news literally overnight and the album, once touted, would stay in the can unreleased.

FNA Records has brought the music back to life and it is truly a gem. The music is of the ilk of ‘80’s Hair Bands but done so with a ton more talent than your average Sunset Strip band. These guys were good and the guitar playing alone, from Masi, makes this one worth checking out.

One listen to this disc and it really does show that Royal Blood would have taken the world of rock by storm if not for some complaining misfit youths from Seattle. It’s a shame that they were forgotten about, yet it is a testament to the dedication that FNA Records has for the music they feel passionate about.

Check this band out as you will be impressed.

By Jeb Wright