Exposed [Import, Original recording reissued]

Vince Neil | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 4, 2004)
• Original Release Date: October 4, 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Import, Original recording reissued
• Label: Beyond
• ASIN: B00005KCGM
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #163,501 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Look in Her Eyes

2. Sister of Pain

3. Can't Have Your Cake

4. Fine, Fine Wine

5. The Edge

6. Can't Change Me

7. Set Me Free

8. Living Is a Luxury

9. You're Invited (But Your Friend Can't Come)

10. Gettin' Hard

11. Forever

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vince Neil : "Exposed", February 9, 2005

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Masked Jackal (Ft. Lauderdale, FL United States) - See all my reviews

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***** - FIVE STARS
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Ok, I'll admit it, I'm a huge Crue fan, and have been since the early 80's. That being said, I was still highly cautions about Vince's solo career, and purchacing this release from him...

So many great singers in the past, who eventually decide to go solo, seem to get lost in all of the hype, and in return losing focus on the final product. NOT WITH VINCE. NOT WITH "EXPOSED".

This is simply incredible, and as much as it pains me to say it, Vince may be better off without the Crue boyz. If can keep this up, and continue to put out releases like this one, he'll have no need to rejoin Motley Crue at all. "Exposed" rocks harder than anything Crue has done since the late 80's in my opinion. Trust me, It's that good....

Guitarist Steve Stevens shreads to no end here. He's got a bluesy, yet very hard edged sound, and he adds tons to the overall power of "Exposed". He and Vince are an excellent combo.

If you're a Motley Crue fan, and gave up on them after the 80's like I did, you need to hear what Vince has been up to since then. "Exposed" completely cranks. You can't put a price on this masterpiece, it's a wonderful "rare" find, and I only wish I had heard it ten years ago!!!

AWESOME!!!....

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars UNHERALDED METAL CLASSIC!, August 19, 2002

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C. Houston (Langley, British Columbia Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Exposed (Audio CD)

A bunch of artists who started in the '80's were forging refined and disciplined material by the beginning of the next decade, material that was largely ignored by a demographic coming to terms with responsibilities beyond haunting the local record store awaiting the latest release from glam/spectacle rockers like Vince Neil. Such is the fickle vagary of the music business. Kurt Cobain wasn't helping matters either.

The caustic Crue divorce over, Neil beats his estranged Motley mates out of the starting gate with Exposed, sounding closer to a Dr. Feelgood follow-up than the dense and oppressive disc that was being welded together in an underground steel factory by Nikki Sixx and company.

In a stunning example of profound rock n' roll wet dream double billing, Billy Idol alumnus Steve Stevens agrees to sign on and provide the sundry musical fortification over which Neil delivers vocals that are thick, comfortable and inspired. Where Neil's Feelgood vox were oddly thin and over-processed, his singing on Exposed comes across robust and lusty. And Stevens, whos role in the Billy Idol outings was pivotal yet bridled, is an equal player here showcasing varying styles that range from a crystal clear jazz-rock vibe all the way to uncontained in your face, maniacal, honey-dripping hard rock candy that blows the doors off any restraint from producer Ron Nevison's highly polished sheen. Stevens' licks flow with a liquid grace not unlike slow motion mercury rupturing forth from an overheated thermometer.

'Sister Of Pain' is a goodtime party rocker, a spirited drunken table stomping romp. 'Can't Have Your Cake' cooks with rollicking abandon. 'The Edge' is an impressively dramatic piece with a smartly thoughtful and complicated arrangement, kicking off with rolling waves of acoustic spanish guitar. Interestingly, 'Can't Change Me' sounds like a clone of 'Time For Change' from Dr. Feelgood. 'Set Me Free' is a pulsing rocker and 'Living Is A Luxury' is again another example of the extraordinary attention taken to song arrangement on Exposed. It is dynamic, elastic, and super-tight - all at the same time - with a cool extended jazzy-instrumental coda going into the fade. In 'You're Invited (But Your Friend Can't Come)', a sassy hit single overflowing with pep, Stevens flashes his trademark Flash Gordon ray gun fx. It is the pleasing melodies of mid-tempo ballad 'Forever' that bring this hard rock gem to a close.

After eliminating any Motley Crue misconceptions a critical listen may lead you to find that Vince Neil's Exposed is a worthy, virtuous, and unfairly overlooked musical gift indeed.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Metal Masterpiece..., April 15, 2004

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Sean Parauka (Orange, CT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Exposed (Audio CD)

This solo CD from Motley Crue lead singer, Vince Neil is a true heavy metal masterpiece. This CD is outstanding. The lyrics are incredible, the guitars and drums are loud, and Vince's vocals are phenomenal and sound even better than his earlier days in Motley Crue. This album proves that without the Crue, he can also write his own handful of excellent tunes other than just Nikki. For those Vince Neil fans, this is the perfect CD for because it truly shows how talented Vince is not just in singing but in writting and creating his own album.

The opening piece "Look In Her Eyes" proves Vince is a master of heavy metal. As the heaviest song on the album, this is also the best song on the album. The lyrics are top quality, the numerous guitar solos are phenomenal and the guitars are so loud and heavy that it just blows you away. The song is a true masterpiece that stretches over 5 minutes! The next track, "Sister of Pain" is a continuation of the genious opener. The drum work on this track is excellent and the top-of-the-line lyrics along with Vince's vocals shows Vince at one of his best moments ever. This tune is a real party rocker.

A couple tracks later, you have another excellent rock and roller "Fine, Fine, Wine." This is a real rockin tune that contains a catchy chorus and genious lyrics. This definitely ranks up in the Top 5 for the album's best tunes. The next track, "The Edge" is a great tune about livin on the edge. In the lyrics Vince reflects what life in Motley Crue was like and how it was livin on the edge. The first ballad "Can't Change Me" somewhat sounds like a replica of Dr. Feelgood's "Time For Change." When you first listen to it, you almost think Vince is singing the same song. But the lyrics are about a man who has set his ways and they can't be changed. He's chosen a life and you can't change it.

A couple tracks later, you jump to "You're Invited (But Your Friend Can't Come)" is a good party tune. The song title explains the lyrics perfectly. Overall, this is an excellent song with really good riffs and beats. This is a good rocker anyone can enjoy. The closing track, the second ballad "Forever" is 5-Stars all the way. This is the perfect wedding song for any couple. The lyrics are so passionate and loving that it can even bring a tear to your eyes. This song is one of rock and rolls greatest ballads ever.

This is the perfect album for those Motley Crue and Vince Neil fans. The album has it all. Excellent lyrics written by the master of the mic himself. The guitars are loud and heavy, the drums are thunderous. If you're looking for a new CD, this is a must buy. Buy this album and Vince Neil will take you for a ride of your life.