3rd album from 1982 by the American THE RODS, a key release in early 80s classic Heavy Metal, where the band refines its approach to direct, energetic metal with strong hard rock roots. “Wild Dogs” combines powerful riffs, simple yet effective choruses and a production typical of the era, maintaining that streetwise and vibrant spirit of American Heavy Metal in the pre-golden era of Power/Speed Metal.
The album shows a solid and cohesive band with a melodic yet forceful approach, very close to the NWOBHM sound but with its own identity within the US scene. It features heavy mid-tempos alternating with faster and more energetic tracks, in a balance very characteristic of the early 80s.
Recommended for fans of ACCEPT, SAXON, SAMMY HAGAR and KROKUS. [Slipcase]
