WIG WAM – “Non Stop Rock & Roll”

I didn’t know what to expect from this band: they hail from Norway, look like a nightmarish cross between Marilyn Manson, Brad Paisley and Enuff Z’Nuff and, as if that wasn’t enough, they call themselves Glam (vocals), Teeny (guitars), Flash (bass), and Sporty (drums)! However, looks and goofy nicknames aside, these guys sound about as glam as glam can possibly get and so, if you crave the long lost days of fun-filled rock and roll with huge juicy hooks and radio-friendly riffs, Wig Wam is gonna make you grin like a kid in a candy store.

In the context of this genre, Wig Wam does a superb job. Glam sounds like a cross between Vince Neil and CJ Snare and you’ll almost want to chuckle with nostalgia at the opening gang chorus of “Do Ya Wanna Taste It”. The party is just beginning, and if track one failed to move you, the thumping “Walls Come Down” will surely lift you out of your chair. “Wild One” and “C’mon Everybody” represent another one-two punch of melodic rock perfect for rocking your joint and “C’mon Everybody” features a riff reminiscent of Motley Crue’s “Dr. Feelgood” and the groove won’t let you go. “From Here” is the power ballad of choice on this CD and “All You Wanted” and “Rocket Through My Heart” are a couple more highlights from this very impressive set of sweet hard rock tunes.

I would argue that if anyone can initiate a resurgence of ’80s pop metal, Wig Wam is up for the task: unbelievably catchy, upbeat, and ready to party,Wig Wam is a winner for good ol’ glam and roll.

For fans of: Poison, Warrant and Ratt.
iPOD-worthy tracks: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10

Written by Rock and Roll Report
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