Tesla - ‘Shock’ (Review)
Tesla - ‘Shock’ (UMC) Out Now Sacramento veterans Tesla release one of their finest albums, but only if you’re a fan of Def Leppard! If you, dear reader, are sitting at home gagging for a new album from Def Leppard, may I make this suggestion? Take yourself down to your local music emporium or online store and throw your cash at the retailer with these words - “Please may i have a copy of “Shock” by Tesla?” Ah, but does it REALLY sound like Def Leppard, or are you just saying that? Okay, if Tesla had delivered this album anonymously to Leppard’s management or record label, the Leppard boys would’ve received a call congratulating them on delivering yet another fine album! The reason for the Tesla/Leppard love-in becomes crystal clear when you hear that “Shock” was co-written and produced by Def Leppard guitarist and six pack shaker Phil Collen. It’s not even just a wee bit like Def Leppard, right from the first track “You Won’t Take Me Alive” there’s that instant...