Ah, it’s finally time to get around to reviewing a band that I was extremely excited about, they impressed me when they played our second RockEyez show featuring CRUNCH, in July 2007.

ATOM STRANGE released their debut CD a few months ago and since our show there has been a few personal changes Steve Logan (Bass) and Iliya Hamovic (Drums) has departed and the band is currently looking for replacements.

Both members were on the self-financed eight-track debut release. The opening track “She Said” is the song that blew me away right from the start. It has a melodic side yet hard hitting with a smooth chorus, the vocals by Rick Dunn are powerful and a glimpse of future greatness that is evident all over this track. I loved the short mystical guitar work by Alex Rude at the end of the song.

“Hollow” is a slow melodic ballad and I am not sure if Rude is playing a twelve string but the guitar work enhanced the track. The track is reminiscent of ALICE IN CHAINS. “More Or Less” is atmospheric and shows the versatility in Dunn’s vocal style. The track will turn heads with the masterful ability going from sentimental to driving the nail down.

A bit of change of pace “Ashes” is a little heavier tune that holds an edge as Dunn let’s lose with a deeper harsher meaning. Still at times showing the true frontman he is (This boy can sing).

Now we have it the killer of killer songs “Unapologetic” if this song doesn’t do it for you go back to your padded cell. Just a phenomenal song that will bring the masses out of the woodwork and that little scream ”yeah” in the first few minutes show how much the band is looking to pump up the listener. Kinda like a James Bond movie theme. Do yourself a favor, lay your money down and pick this gem up!