Michael Schenker MSG - In the Midst of Beauty

"In The Midst Of Beauty" is arguably Michael's best album in a decade.
His playing hasn't sounded this good since the UFO album "Walk On Water". Great songs and melodies with plenty of riffs, lead fills and solos from Schenker to keep you coming back for more. I have never been a fan of Barden's vocals and lyrics, but he steps it up big time here. Sure Barden's no Paul Rodgers or Glenn Hughes, but his spoken/sung vocal style and overall tone compliment Michael's riffage perfectly. Finally, the production and sound quality are top notch. No more of the transistorized, sterile feel of the "Endless Jam" projects. "In The Midst Of Beauty" has a spontaneous, live feel which has been missing from Michael's last few albums.

Tracklist:
01 City Lights
02 Competition
03 I Want You
04 End of the Line
05 Summerdays
06 Night To Remember
07 Wings Of Emotion
08 Come Closer
09 The Cross Of Crosses
10 Na Na
11 I Am The One
12 Ride On My Way