Review |Whisky Of Blood – Diablesse Of Revolution

Rockshots Records

Whisky Of Blood is a sleazy rock and roll band born out of the need to create 80s rock. Phil the Animal and his band mates were part of ELLIPSIS, but as its career declined, three of them decided to take a new direction. They wanted to create music that was completely different from the Psycho Metal of ELLIPSIS.

DEEPER MEANINGS OF LIFE

‘Diablesse Of Revolution’ is the first result of this need. A record filled with lots of clichés. The band members have neat names like Lord Whisky [vocals and guitar], Phil the Animal [guitar], Swindler [bass] and drummer King of Ricqles. However, at the time of writing, this drummer has already left the band and has been replaced by Knight Hammer. The band’s lyrics are inspired by life, women, alcohol, rock n roll, enemies and friendship.  And song titles like ,,Pussy Beer’’ or ,,Boogie Girl’’ only add to the deeper meanings of life.

Well, the positive thing about this release is that the production has an excellent sound. Produced in Grenoble and mixed and mastered in Sweden by Staffan Karlsson. Furthermore, the biography makes comparisons with bands such as Van Halen, Cinderella, Mötley Crüe and W.A.S.P.. I personally don’t hear that directly in the songs. What is a fact is that former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes collaborated on the album as a special guest. Steff Rabilloud (Rising Steel, Urgent) also contributed to the album.

WHISKY OF BLOOD – THE CONCLUSION

After several listens, I have decided to label ‘Diablesse Of Revolution’ as an enjoyable album, which unfortunately for me has no standouts in terms of compositions. Singer/guitarist Lord Whisky has a reasonable throat for this kind of music, but is not someone who manages to hold my attention. In terms of songs, I can’t really name any standouts either. It’s all pretty solid, but it doesn’t grab me by the throat. I actually always have a soft spot for a good ballad, but ,,Magic Fire Water’’ doesn’t convince me either. Fans of sleazy rock and roll can give this album a listen, but don’t expect Van Halen-like songs or musicality. I think that’s a bit on the high side at the moment. No revolution yet.