GHOST AVENUE – Ghost Avenue

Ghost Avenue (formerly Ghost), is a Melodic/Traditional/Power Metal band out of Norway, and their self-titled release is the first under their new name.  Each of the 11 tracks on this album are well-thought out compositions and have catchy configurations.  Vocalist Kim Sandvik’s performance comes through as a cross between Biff Byford of Saxon and Meatloaf – he performs within his capabilities (and comes close sometimes), but doesn’t stretch it too far.  There are plenty of tasty guitar licks and solos by Oystein Wilk and Andre Berger to whet any Metalhead’s appetite, making Ghost Machine worth your time and a recommended “buy”.