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Most supergroups don't last long, and GTR was no exception to the rule. Steve Hackett and Steve Howe -- lead guitarists for the prime periods of Genesis and Yes, respectively -- formed the band in 1986, not with the intention of reviving classic prog rock, but with the idea of making a stadium-shaking hard rock band. It was two veterans with very clear musical identities of their own, teamed with a trio of supporting musicians eager for a big break. Not the ideal formula for a perfect rock album, since the scales were already tipped toward one side as the recording began. And, GTR's lone eponymous album didn't deliver the fireworks that Howe and Hackett fans desired. Part of the problem is that the two guitarists crowd each other out; it rarely sounds like they're trading licks, but rather like they're stepping forward for solos at their pre-scheduled times. Despite the largely cool reaction of Hackett and Howe's dedicated fan base, GTR wound up being a respectable hit in America, thanks to the terrific leadoff track, "When the Heart Rules the Mind." The one track where the group's go-for-broke arena rock formula paid off huge dividends, this is anthemic, professional stadium rock at its best, with a great hook on the chorus, a fine performance by Max Bacon, and some nice, tightly controlled soloing. There are other moments that work pretty well on the record but, on the whole, the record feels a bit like a missed opportunity. There are glimmers of what might have been -- what GTR could have done if they dropped their crossover ambitions -- but as it stands, GTR marks the point in time when both Howe and Hackett took one last stab at commercially oriented rock, before turning toward more ambitious solo projects. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Recorded at Townhouse Studios, London, England. Includes liner notes by Stephen Thomas Erlewine.
GTR: Max Bacon (vocals); Steve Hackett, Steve Howe (guitar, keyboards); Phil Spalding (bass); Jonathan Mover (drums, percussion).
GTR Music Review Average Rating: (3 out of 5 stars)   Not 24bit remastered
I bought this cd expecting to hear a remastered version of this old 80's classic, but unlike most japan mini lps, this one doesn't seem to be remastered at all. If it is remastered, then I would have to say they did a very poor job. Sounds exactly the same as my original GTR cd. Also, this cd doesn't include the mini poster that I have seen included with other GTR japan mini lps. All in all, a very disappointing purchase.
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A "supergroup" is always a very risky label for a new band to have, sort of like being labeled a "New Elvis" or a "New Dylan". GTR unfortunately falls into that category as they could not last long enough to record a sophomore effort. However, I really do like this album, as anything featuring guitarists Steve Howe and Steve Hackett needs to be checked out. The fledgling band avoids the "progressive" tag identified with Howe and Hackett's past bands as all tracks are under six minutes. A great example of late 80s pomp-laced power rock, "GTR" definitely rates a good listen and is an essential purchase as it provides a tantalizing glimpse of what might have been had personality differences not gotten in the way.
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