Samurai

Digitally remastered and expanded edition of this 1983 album from the British AOR/Melodic Rock band. With two previous albums tucked under their belt Grand Prix had secured a reputation as one of the UK's best melodic rock outfits wielding a sound half borrowed from the grandest of American acts such as Kansas and Journey yet underpinned by a certain British earthiness. It was with this gravitas that Grand Prix recorded their third album produced by Status Quo alumni John Eden in the Scottish Highlands. Samurai is without doubt one of the greatest pomp rock albums ever recorded by a British band. Boasting gilt edged melodies and boasting a batch of songs that would not be out of place on a multiplatinum Styx album, the effect is utterly spellbinding. Oh, and look out for vocalist Robin McAuley, a voice of pure delight. Rock Candy Records.