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Given that Alice Cooper has been a solo star for so many years, it's easy to forget that his early hits were the work of a group instead of one person. Michael Bruce was one of Cooper's most important songwriting collaborators during the heyday of the group, landing writing credits on seminal tracks like "Desperado" and "No More Mr. Nice Guy." This album, recorded shortly after the breakup of the original Alice Cooper group, shows that Bruce had the skill to put together well-constructed songs, but also that his abilities as a lyricist and frontman were lacking. The first problem is his voice: While it isn't harsh or grating, it is definitely not a lead singer's voice. He suffers from both a thin vocal range and an inability to project emotion in a convincing manner, qualities that are both illustrated on the album opener "King of America." Elsewhere, his attempt at a punkish vocal on the album's lethargic cover of "Friday on My Mind" proves he doesn't have the pipes to be a rocker. As for the songs themselves, the lyrics show none of the sly humor of Bruce's work with Alice Cooper and instead settle for an overdose of rock star self-pity: "As Rock Rolls On" is a whiny track that complains about the expectations placed on rock stars by their fans and the title track is like a soft rock version of "My Way" minus the impressive Frank Sinatra vocals and the punchy drama of that song's arrangement. The instrumental backing behind these tunes, produced by ex-Rascals Gene Cornish and Dino Danelli, is solid and professional but lacking in inspiration and surprises. However, some likable tracks do turn up on the album's second side: "If the Sky Should Fall" is a nice mid-tempo track with an attractive, keyboard-laced arrangement, and "So Far, So Good" is a tight little cover of a Slade tune that provides the album's finest rocker. Despite these bright spots, In My Own Way remains an unfocused album that will only interest Alice Cooper completists. ~ Donald A. Guarisco
Solo album from ex-Alice Cooper member and features Alice on guest vocals. The second disc is made up of bonus tracks.
Recorded in the mid-70's.
Features 19 unreleased tracks on bonus CD.
Personnel includes: Michael Bruce, Alice Cooper, Keith Moon.
Michael Bruce In My Own Way Songs In My Own Way Music Review Average Rating: (3.7 out of 5 stars)   A gem for any collection.
This album testifies to the fact that rock n roll will never die. This is a must for any fan of music.
Submitted by behemoth (Tallahassee, FL) 
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 CD1 Good and enjoyable CD2 fair to boring.
CD1 does sound a lot better than the first release of it and there are songs there that are great Alice Cooper Group songs. Found myself instantly singing along to the catchy phrases. Shame that we will probably never hear them that way. CD2 I found as a boring live album. For some reason I was expecting more from the guy that helped make Alice Cooper what it "was".
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Rock Does Roll On!
I knew Michael Bruce,and got a chance to meet him, while working in a retail store in Scottsdale AZ. He gave me a signd CD "in My Own Way",back in 1996. I have enjoyd the CD, and do reflect on the times of that era. there are many other talents that come with the making of the album,and it shows. Although a solo album,its great to have famous musical friends playing with you,including Alice himself! This album does not have the super high end producer,but that's what makes it so apealing. it's simple in production, and rocks! enough said. I am most greatful for having the oppertunity to have met Michael,as well as Alice.
Submitted by Michael (Flagstaff,AZ)
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