HAIR OF THE DOG – IGNITE 2001

After hearing their first album and seeing them perform a couple of times live in support of their debut album, I thought Hair of the Dog had the potential to help resurrect the metal/hard rock music scene in the States. We all know that the US music scene is very pathetic now to say the least.

But anyway, the band’s follow up album, Rise was a great album, although it did not quite measure up to the impressive debut. The self titled debut displayed a strong early Van Halen sound with some influences from Motorhead, and heavier Kiss. Can the band top its first two albums with this release? After hearing the track The Law online, I though for sure this would be the band’s breakthrough album. However, I have listened to the remainder of the album a few times now, and would have to rate this album behind both its predecessors. Ignite is not a bad album, but its failure to improve on its predecessors, or even equal them is a bit frustrating. This album has its highpoints, but conversely has some notable low points as well.

1. Alive
2. Over You Under Me
3. The Law
4. Devil May Care
5. Between Darkness and Light
6. One More for Saturday Night
7. Ignite
8. Grit
9. Shine
10. Hellride

uluzto tnx Andreas