Albert Bouchard is a former drummer of legendary Blue Oyster Cult. For the last couple of years, Albert Bouchard, had been releasing records exploring the Imaginos theme. This happens to be a third installment of the series.
Imaginos is a great listen, whether you’re a Blue Oyster Cult, or classic rock fan, you’d find something interesting here. Being a Blue Oyster Cult fan certain helps because you are being exposed here to very familiar mood. This writer certainly appreciates all things connected to the almighty BOC.
The music here is a combination of originals, and Blue Oyster Cult tracks. What’s really cool about the Imaginos series, is how these songs are being approached. All of a sudden, the songs you knew all your life, take on a new life, and in the scheme of all things, it all makes sense. After few spins, this record is simply asking to be played more!
There few surprises lurking here as well. Most of the tracks include special appearances by special guests. Some predictable, others unexpected, but the sum of those appearances provides a very positive spin on the overall feel of the album. It feels and sounds perfectly planned and executed.
Mutant Reformation is strictly done for the sake of music, and that by far is the best aspect of it. This is not a commercial record by any means, it’s an artistic statement form Albert Bouchard. It’s clear, he was always more than just a drummer, and now his artistic vision is fully coming into the view. This album just feels right all the way through, and all of its components present a perfect harmony..
Mark Kadzielawa
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