Man in the Moon

L.A. Guns | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 24, 2001)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Spitfire
• ASIN: B00005AMIH
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #184,183 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Man in the Moon

2. Beautiful

3. Good Thing

4. Spider's Web

5. Don't Call Me Crazy

6. Hypnotized

7. Fast Talkin' Dream Dealer

8. Out of Sight

9. Turn It Around

10. Scream

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vintage Sound and More On New LA Guns, July 1, 2001

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"stevernr" (Clovis, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Man in the Moon (Audio CD)

LA Guns gets back to basics on its Man In The Moon CD as vocalist Phil Lewis finally returns to the fold and the results will make any guitar-rock fan happy. Highly accomplished g-man Tracii Guns kept this glam sleaze outfit on the road and in the studio since Lewis' departure after the Vicious Circle album with numerous members in the supporting cast. Now, with Lewis and Mick Cripps back alongside original drummer Steve Riley and Guns the LAG machine is as good as ever with 10 guitar-heavy tracks on Man In The Moon.

The sound is more tried-and-true rock and roll than 1980's metal and that fits in with the constant growth of Tracii's brilliant playing and songwriting. The six-string hits you in the face on such songs as the title track and Spider's Web but the smooth, raspy vocals of Phil Lewis are the perfect complement, as they were in the band's platinum heyday. Phil's stature as a singer shows on the aptly titled Beautiful as well as the brooding Turn It Around.

Spider's Web is an intresting number as it bears a striking resemblance to the band's video hit Never Enough, yet stands on its own with a distinct edge. Where the Cocked and Loaded song was fast and furious, Spider's Web is more deliberate and hits much harder.

The highlight of the CD is the final track, Scream. A perfect sendoff for this reunited bunch, Scream is a wide-open, go-for-broke houserocker that showcases Guns' fretwork and Lewis' vocal power.

Man In The Moon is an excellent CD that stands apart from any reunion-for-the-money efforts that are fashionable today. LA Guns is a veteran rock act that excels in the studio but thrives on the road and these songs capture the band at its best.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars L.A. GUNS ARE BACK WITH BOTH BARRELS!, November 6, 2001

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Antoinette Avalon (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Man in the Moon (Audio CD)

I was truly excited about this release. As a longtime fan of L.A. Guns, I couldn't wait to hear the group with Phil Lewis at the helm again. I was NOT disappointed! I popped the CD into the player and when the very first notes began to play I mentally was saying to myself, "Now that SOUNDS like L.A. Guns already!" L.A. Guns have a very distinctive sound, the way they use the bass with the lead guitars, and I heard it immediately. The CD then started into the first number and I knew L.A. Guns were BACK! The songs are lyrically more mature than "back in the day" and the Guns have progressed with the times but the sound is 100% pure L.A. Guns. If you loved the Guns in their heyday, their debut album "L.A. Guns" or the follow-up "Cocked and Loaded" you're in for a treat. Do NOT miss "Man in the Moon". Moreover, if you were attracted to their sound "back in the day" but not especially fond of the lyrics you may find a new appreciation for the new, more mature, approach to their songwriting. I think this album is for anybody who loves melodic hard rock. L.A. Guns have kept their style intact and progressed with the times. You will NOT be disappointed with this CD!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Rockin' Comback Album for the Boys, April 26, 2001

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Brendon Snyder (new york, new york United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Man in the Moon (Audio CD)

It's been 7 years coming and finally the L.A. Guns have re-grouped with original lead vocalist, Phil Lewis and released the new studio album of all original music Man In The Moon. The songs on the album pick up where the 6 new tracks on Greatest Hits & Black Beauties left off. The writing has reached a whole new level and musically it sounds like they haven't missed a beat especially the smoking fret work by lead guitarist and name sake Tracii Guns. Lead off track and the first single "Man In The Moon" kicks with an amazing assault and presence announcing the return of one of the 80's most rocking bands. The second track "Beautiful", has hit written all over it with its catchy melodic hooks and distinctive singing. The album is a good mix between the rawness of 1989's Cocked & Loaded and the more groove oriented and mature 1991 album Hollywood Vampires. A wide array of subjects are delt with on this album which helps give the boys in the band a new footing in today's market. It shows that they aren't only about sex and parties, even though there are a couple of great 80's through backs on the record. Songs such a "Spider's Web" and "Hypnotized" could have easily fit next to the singles from their self titled album in 1988 or the aforementioned Cocked & Loaded. Overall Tracii Guns, Phil Lewis, Steve Riley (d), Mick Cripps (g) and newcomer on bass Muddy, rock in a way that makes us wish more bands where of their caliber.