Chevelle – Hats Off To The Bull

By
Jeff M.
– May 11, 2012
Sounding like a band recharged, Chevelle moved their sound beyond past restraints

Rating: ★★★★☆

Chevelle was part of the late 90′S resurgence of hard rock. A lot of the bands from that period have disbanded many only to be forgotten, but Chevelle never stopped doing their thing. That perseverance combined with several chart topping releases has kept Chevelle a very relevant band. Now, sixteen years into a pretty respectable career Chevelle give us ‘Hats Off To The Bull,’ the band’s 6th and possibly strongest release to date.

Sounding like a band recharged Chevelle moved their sound beyond past restraints playing more with melodies & harmonies previously unfamiliar, while remaining distinctly Chevelle.  ‘Hats Off To The Bull’ posses a sound that eluded the band on previous releases. “Face to the Floor,” the album’s first single, sets the perfect tone with a catchy guitar riff and head bobbing beat. “Ruse” is a dramatic track with sweeping guitars and Pete Loeffler’s vocal performance is truly outstanding. “Envy” is the biggest risk taken on the album, Chevelle makes the most of it employing a complex bass line and an intense vocal performance.

‘Hats Off To The Bull’ is an overall impressive album with a slightly new & exciting sound. Fans of Chevelle will revel in the bands return to tip-top shape.

Nuff Said…

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Chevelle – Hats Off To The Bull

Track listing:

  1. Face To The Floor
  2. Same Old Trip
  3. Ruse
  4. The Meddler
  5. Piñata
  6. Envy
  7. Hats Off To The Bull
  8. Arise
  9. Revenge
  10. Prima Donna
  11. Clones

December 6, 2011 – Epic Records

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About Jeff M.

Jeff M. grew up in southern Alabama where he was a minority in his community for his open beliefs and love of Hard Rock & Metal. In his twenties, Jeff left the confines of his hometown and toured the southern United States as a drummer in a rock band. It was at this time that he began to develop his passion for beer & boiled peanuts. A passion that, along with his love of music would help to shape into the man he is today. In the battle between "The Road" and the love of his woman, his woman prevailed. So he married his sweetheart, packed his hellfire red Ford Ranger, and made his way to the Arizona desert, where still resided today. Jeff, formerly Maulermithel, began writing reviews and interviews for Little Rat Bastard in the fall of 2009 and has become one our primary regular contributors. Powered by Rooster Booster energy drink & his desire to rock he puts his opinions out there for the our readers consideration month after month.