LIPZ – Scaryman

Scaryman is the debut full length album from Swedish Glam Rock band Lipz.  Formed in 2008 by brothers Alexander Klintberg (vocals, guitar) and Koffe Klintberg (drums); and Conny Svard (guitar), and after a lengthy search for a suitable vocalist and bassist, Alex decided to take on both roles, and Lipz moved on as a three piece.  The songs on Scaryman show a myriad of Glam Rock and Hair Metal influences, from Kiss to Poison to Motley Crue.  Alex’s voice definitely has a high range, gritty quality reminiscent of the 80s Sunset Strip.  The choice, however, of “Scaryman” as the first song, and title track of this record is difficult to understand, since it is by far the weakest track.

The lyrics almost sound like a children’s’ song, and musically it is the least interesting piece of the 10 songs, except perhaps for the now extremely over done cliché of using track one as some sort of one minute intro nonsense, which many bands are inexplicably now doing.  Track one on Scaryman, “The Awakening”,  is a random mix of ominous music, barking dogs, and basically 1:26 of life the listener will never get back.  Followed by the song “Scaryman” which tempts the listener to remove the disc and hope for a refund of the purchase price.  If you can hang in (or skip the first couple), the record improves dramatically.  “Fighter” has a distinct Kiss vibe, ala “Strutter”, and “Falling Away” are solid rockers.  Well produced overall, Scaryman is worth checking out.

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