Third Wish

Feinstein | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 21, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Steamhammer
• ASIN: B0000DK39G
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #79,948 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Energetic, Electrifying, Immortal - just some of the words used to describe Magic Circle Music recording artists, Feinstein! And with this summer’s release of the album Third Wish, a new era of slash and burn is certain to ignite for the man behind the name David "Rock" Feinstein!

The moniker should not only ring a bell in the minds of true metal devotees, but also leave famished metal fans quivering in anticipation. As the original guitarist with the band Elf (the group that eventually became Richie Blackmore’s Rainbow) and the lead guitarist/vocalist with the now legendary heavy-metal trio The Rods (purveyors of sinfully molten metal), David "Rock" Feinstein has certainly assured himself a name in the annals of rock ‘n’ roll. His barnstorming, take-no-prisoners style of guitar playing shredded the grooves of The Rods eponymously-titled debut album, waving the banner flag for the New Wave of Heavy Metal that thundered through the ‘80s. And now comes the band Feinstein, with "Rock’s" guitar once again taking unshakable and determined control, delivering both robust blows and disciplined caresses in equal yet magnetic proportions. The man seems inbred with rock ‘n’ roll fever. Fans of The British New Wave Of Heavy Metal will not be disappointed.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Feinstein Rocks!!!!, July 23, 2004

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Ken Pierce "Editor, PiercingMetal.com" (Brooklyn,, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Third Wish (Audio CD)

Originally posted on www.MaximumMetal.com

Feinstein! One hears the name and starts to wonder if bands are running out of names to call themselves. However, this particular outfit is the brainchild of David "Rock" Feinstein former of The Rods and even further back "Elf" where he played the lead guitar. People might be interested in knowing that Rock Feinstein is also the Cousin of the legendary Ronnie James Dio.

The CD kicks off with "Regeneration" and this is a power rocker of a tune. Solid double-bass throughout and a very Bruce Dickinson/Don Dokken-esque vocal line by John West. Without trying to draw too many comparisons on someone it is simply who he reminded me of at first listen. I don't think those two have done any vocal wrongs so it is not a bad thing to say of Johns vocal abilities. One of the main things that I liked about this CD was the fact that it brought me back to some of the glory and power that was 80's heavy metal, with its solid guitar riffing and steady double bass drums along with the power vocals. I felt myself in need to dig up some of my older CD's after listening to it. As I listened to it I felt the influences of Judas Priest and Dio in the music. Surely the group was inspired by some of the finest metal created. Feinstein's guitar wizardry is very impressive, and it should be as he has been involved in the industry for so many years.

I really had a hard time defining my favorite numbers from this CD as I ended up liking and re-listening to so many songs. To take a stab at it I would have to say "Regeneration", "Streaming Star", and "Masquerade" are my most listened to tracks. There is even a slower number for fans who move towards that slow driving kind of piece, "Far Beyond". Instrumental fans will enjoy "Inferno" which is the closing number on the CD. Packaging wise it is a full color 12 pager that has some cool artwork inside and out as well as a few band shots. Most of the pictures are of Feinstein and John West, but there is a band group shot in the center. The booklet includes lyrics to all the tracks, which is always a plus in my book. I hate when we see a release with a simple fold out and no lyrics outlined.

Joining "Rock" Feinstein and John West are Jeff Howell on Bass Guitar, Nate Horton on Drums and Bob Twining on Keyboards. Each one melding their talent into one enjoyable piece of music. The production of the CD is excellent also, as this is another of the Magic Circle Music bands which many people will recognize as Joey DeMaio of Manowars label. MCM is Joey seems to be taking a focused interest on the bands he is putting out there. His intervention almost guarantees that the record will not lose any of its heaviness in the production stages. MCM is under the SPV banner for this release.

As far as tour plans for this band, I have checked with the record company and was told that right now the focus is on Europe and some festivals. They would like to come here and play, so let's keep our fingers crossed so we can see some new things. I recommend this for old school metal fans, or people who just are willing to give new music a shot. I was not disappointed so I would hope you will not be either.

Track Listing:
1. Regeneration
2. Rebelution
3. Streaming Star
4. Third Wish
5. Rule The World
6. Masquerade
7. Far Beyond
8. Poison Ivy
9. Live To Ride, Ride To Live
10. Firefighter
11. Inferno


Feinstein Official Website: www.feinstein.com

Ken Pierce NYC
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Metal Blender on "High", February 17, 2006

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Randy Warner "Ranman" (lansing, ny United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Third Wish (Audio CD)

I have never heard of any of these guys...Then I went on a ski trip w/ a bunch a guys and John West was among them. I saw another dude w/ a Feinstien T-shirt and thought,"whotf is that?".Then I heard John sing and play accoustic guitar w/ four or five other guys and was really impressed. Still, I never suspected he was such a good metal vocalist, 'till my copy of this CD arrived. &%$# COOL!!! I can't wait to check out more of his stuff.
About this disc: Holy crap....think of every great metal band you've ever heard and throw 'em all in a blender. What you get is a collection of great guitar riffs, excellent melodies, very diverse vocals,(John sounds like Jo lyn Turner one minute, Don Dokken the next, and at other times Bruce Dickinson...pretty cool sheeet.
The percussion is very solid throughout.
I'm not even through the whole disc yet and my fav is 3rd wish, but like other reviewers I suspect after heavy rotation that may change. Did I mention David Feinstein plays like a chameleon? This guy can jam...He can sound like whom ever he wants at will. If I had to say one guy he sounds like it would be Glen Tipton,( and you know that guy can jam...)
Yeah, I'm glad I got this.
RockOn

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST CD of 2004, May 27, 2005

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Scot Clayton "www.SMCStudios.net" (SabbathTown!) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Third Wish (Audio CD)

This CD, reaffirms my faith in American Hard Rock / Metal. Of all the genres of CD's that I've heard in 2004, this still has to be one of my favorites. Excellent from start to finish, and that is a rarity in today's market! Rock Feinstein (Of Elf and the Rods fame, and Ronnie Dio's cousin) has done something VERY special here. This CD should be in EVERY music lover's collection. You WON'T be dissappointed!