Bass: Dennis Dunaway |
Neal Smith (Bruce/Dunaway)
- Platinum God 
Neal Smith finally releases his 1974 solo album with the use of his own record label. Brother-in-law Dennis Dunaway plays Bass on all tracks. Michael Bruce plays guitar on one track "Baby Please Don't Stop" which was written during the "Muscle Of Love" recordings. I believe two of the songs were re-tooled before this '99 release. "Maneater Deadly To Her Prey" and "The Sea's A Maneater" both re-recorded with guest Richie Scarlet on guitar to was with the remaining Neal, Michael and Glen in their reunion gig in Texas on Oct 10, 1997. Also included on this recording is Mike Marconi who later joined them in the Billion Dollar Babies band. This was originally produced by Jack Douglas who also co-produced the "Muscle Of Love" album during the same time. So this album has that 70's sound to it. The music isn't bad but the lyrics aren't the greatest. "Maneater Deadly To Her Prey" and "The Sea's A Maneater" are practically the same song with different lyrics. "Rock n Roll Radio" was used on the "Battle Axe" album. This is the only song that I like on this album. "Platinum God" starts off pretty good with Neal's drumming then mid-point goes astray. Vocal wise Neal isn't bad at all and has that menacing voice and his drum playing is always great to hear. I sort of wish he did more along the lines of his drumming talent. |
