By: Robert Silverstein
rriving in L.A. from his native Phoenix at the close of the '70s, guitarist Randy Pevler has seen his share of heavy metal and hard rock scene. In recent years, Pevler has developed a well cultivated solo career which is straightaway showcased on his most adventurous guitar-based instrumental outing to date. Pevler hits hard and fast but almost always reaches his target while demonstrating a quite sensitive touch on both electric and acoustic guitars. Like Howe, DiMeola and Santana before him, Pevler expertly blends a variety rock and jazz-fusion sounds. His electric work is quite dynamic and passionate, mostly to enhance his well-honed melodies. A highlight is "Desert Caravan", which sounds like Heavy Metal for New Age fans. Several of the more atmospheric tracks turn the volume down a bit and shine a light on Pevler's nimble acoustic work while on the electric cuts, he's at his best, backed up in style by Robby Pagliari (six string bass) and Donny Sarian (drums). A fine spin for jazz-rockers and New Age metal rockers alike.
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