Stefan Posted January 23, 2017 Report Share Posted January 23, 2017 From Escape Music:In early 2016, Ex “Kiss of the Gypsy & Kingdom of Deadmen” frontman/guitarist, Tony Mitchell started writing & recording what was to be his 5th solo studio album. He set out to return to his melodic/AOR rock style that was associated with him in his previous bands leading up to the raw classic rock style of Kiss of the Gypsy & the heavy rocking Kingdom of Deadmen. It became evident to Mitchell that the songs had a real magic about them & rather than finish the album & release it on his own XGypsy music label which he had done with previous albums, he thought he would test the water by sending a handful of tracks out to a few melodic rock record companies. All were blown away & wanted to release it there & then but what swayed Mitchell’s decision was when he received a call from Khalil Turk from Escape Music. After a conversation about the recording of the songs, Khalil suggested that he introduced Mitchell to a few musicians that he has worked with, to make the songs sound even better as Mitchell played all instruments & vocals on the demos. The musicians included Paul Hume (lead guitar) & Neil Ogden (drums) from classic rock bands,“Demon & Lawless”,Nigel Bailey (bass) from melodic rock bands, “Bailey, Lifeline & 3 Lions” also, Jamie Crees (guitar) from “Lawless”. All brought their individual style to the table & was evident that something very special was happening ... “Dirty White Boyz” was born. They have all come together to form an allegiance of AOR/Classic/Melodic Rock & each lending their style & craft to the dynamic songs for this debut album. DWB have tried to use all the ingredients from their rich history, Mitchell's raw, rock vocals & punchy thick riff guitars, Ogden's thunderous, rock solid drumming, Hume's flawless, majestic lead guitar licks & solos, Crees’s power riffs & twin lead & Bailey's thumping, ground shaking bass lines, all of which are singers that can harmonise effortlessly. Now with the debut album, “Down & Dirty” finished, it’s all systems go. The album not only hits you like a freight train, it also leaves you breathless in it’s a combination of melodic gems, Anthemic rockers & a few heart wrenching power ballads for good measure. Songs that will shake the very roof off any venue, songs that will take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride & songs that will stand the test of time. Dirty White Boyz are here !!! Jump aboard this Rock train, get down & dirty & let's enjoy the ride !!! The Band is: Tony Mitchell - Lead and backing vocals / Guitars / KeyboardPaul Hume - Guitars / backing vocalsNigel Bailey - Bass / backing vocalsNeil Ogden - Drums / backing vocalsJamie Crees - Rhythm Guitars Catalogue Number: ESM301Release date: 24th March 2017 Track list: 1- All She Wrote 4:52 2- Dynamite 5:17 3- Hangin On A Heartache 4:53 4- Ride With Angels 5:41 5- Playing Dirty 5:08 6- Rise 4:52 7- Waiting For This Feelin 4:24 8- Sanctuary 6:28 9- Hell To Pay 5:01 10- All In The Name Of Rock N Roll 4:54 11- After The Rain 5:41 12- Bring It On 5:29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinsane Posted January 23, 2017 Report Share Posted January 23, 2017 Ha, fooled me for a minute I thought it was these guys getting back together... That clip is SUPER safe and very non memorable to these ears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lettard Posted January 23, 2017 Report Share Posted January 23, 2017 Another interesting release to watch out for...so many releases on march 24th! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. M Posted January 23, 2017 Report Share Posted January 23, 2017 Another interesting release to watch out for...so many releases on march 24th! Yes agreed. I'm definitely interested. Tony sounds similar to Ronnie which I dig. Keeping my eye on this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rocker Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 I like what I hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 There is pretty decent stuff in there, but it's a pretty raw sound and average vocals. And there's some average stuff in there too. Could be worth a listen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefan Posted February 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lettard Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 Wasn't feeling the start but it gradually got better,not great but still good to my ears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefan Posted March 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CV3AGDMqDc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmL3e9AYmFc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gener8tr Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 RIDE WITH ANGELS is a damn fine song! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lettard Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 I'm enjoying the whole thing,its been a while since ive been interested in anything Tony Mitchell has been involved in,but this is as close to another Kiss Of The Gypsy cd that I'm gonna get Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefan Posted April 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Well that ''if you're gonna light it, go ahead and light it'' part definitely sounds cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted April 12, 2017 Report Share Posted April 12, 2017 I don't like this album, to be honest. I think 'Rise' is a really nice melodic rock song, but it sounds out of place on the album and is the only one of it's kind. The rest just misses the mark for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterS Posted April 13, 2017 Report Share Posted April 13, 2017 Seem neither Down nor Dirty? I was expecting something less clean sounding with that name. Probably should give it a few goes as at first listen not too bad. Just not what I expected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Planet Posted April 13, 2017 Report Share Posted April 13, 2017 It's okay but doesn't really impress...something is missing..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterS Posted April 13, 2017 Report Share Posted April 13, 2017 Dirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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