Vastly influential guitarist
Michael Schenker leads his band through another set of dependable rockers on
MSG, the group's sophomore outing. Although
the Michael Schenker Group's sound doesn't offer much variation on the formula developed by
Schenker's former band,
UFO, it hardly matters; the guitar playing is killer, as always.
Schenker's fluid technical facility and impeccable tone maintain top billing throughout. Capable singer
Gary Barden also helps to distinguish tracks like "On and On" and "Let Sleeping Dogs Lie" with memorable melodies, while standard fare such as "Are You Ready to Rock" predictably doesn't deliver many surprises. Also features a bizarre cameo from
Stephen Stills. [The 2009 reissue included bonus tracks.] ~ Andy Hinds