“Crossfire” is a second album from Storace, and of course it’s a solo band created by vocalist Marc Storace. Marc, of course, is known for being the vocalist for Krokus and one of the most signature voices in hard rock/heavy metal. This album, however, isn’t trying to prove anything or break any new barriers within the genre. It is all about enjoyment and having a great time.
Marc Storace wrote this album with Tommy Henriksen of Alice Cooper, who also produced the record. The results are very pleasing. It’s a cool album that puts a smile on your face and works in just about any setting. Whether you’re coming back from work or want to rock out on Saturday night, “Crossfire” has the groove that can just lift your spirit.
It’s great to see Marc Storace still exploring his voice and seeing how it works in different settings. There are plenty of influences on “Crossfire.” There are tracks that could easily work in Krokus (“Sreaming Demon”), some that AC/DC (“Love Thing Stealer”) wouldn’t mind composing, and a few that bring that big arena Def Leppard (“Rock This City”) feel. Cohesively, it all works, and with great results too. Marc Storace is very open about touring with Def Leppard on their “Pyromania” album and acknowledging the influence of that record. His voice works quite well with those big choruses, and the songs are good too. And then there’s “Only Love Can Hurt Like This,” a beautiful ballad that is in a league of its own. This particular track beautifully captures that John Lennon feel, and it's sincere too.
“Crossfire” is just a ballsy rock’n’roll record made by a rock veteran who is still having fun. Retirement is not something Storace is looking at anytime soon; this rocker will be there until the very end. When you still got the goods and are able to deliver, then that’s all you should and must do! “Hell Yeah” to that!
Mark Kadzielawa
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