Album review: THE WESTERN FRONT – Eureka

THE WESTERN FRONT - Eureka

Music Theories Recordings [Release date 10.07.26]

It’s hard to believe that in the early 1980s – following personal hiatus and Thin Lizzy’s final tour – Scott Gorham made a distinctly AOR album. Although we shouldn’t forget that in classic Lizzy it was Gorham who provided the melodic lines juxtaposed with Brian Robertson’s more visceral approach.

‘Eureka’ is a lost melodic rock gem that has recently resurfaced. The musicianship is top notch, Gorham joined by guys with an enviable session CV. Vocalist Richard “Moon” Calhoun had worked with Chaka Khan in Rufus whilst main instigator Marty Walsh was in Supertramp’s touring band (1984-1988).

The album combines elements of early Toto (‘The Law Of The Jungle’, ‘Danger Master’, ‘Heartland’, ‘I Would Rather Be Lonely’), Journey/Foreigner (‘Set Me Free’) and Mr.Mister (‘Just Go’), essentially top notch if a little derivative. The mid-tempo ‘1000 Nights’ and ‘I’m The One’ evokes the likes of John Parr. Amongst the highlights, ‘Chain Of Light’ is more hard rocking.

It’s rather ironic that this album probably sounds better now than it did in its gestation. Given the current popularity of classic melodic hard rock, it’s a real discovery. To further explore Gorham’s AOR credentials, fast forward to the 1990s and the two albums he made with 21 Guns. ***1/2

Review by David Randall

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