Trixter

Trixter

Track Listings

1. Line of Fire

2. Heart of Steel

3. One in a Million

4. Surrender

5. Give It to Me Good

6. Only Young Once

7. Bad Girl

8. Always a Victim

9. Play Rough

10. You'll Never See My Cryin'

11. Ride the Whip

12. On and On

Tracks:

Line Of Fire
Heart Of Steel
One In A Million
Surrender
Give It To Me Good
Only Young Once
Bad Girl
Always A Victim
Play Rough
You'll Never See Me Cryin'
Ride The Whip
On And On

Customer Reviews:

Talented musicians, great album for any 80's metal fan .......2006-05-21

Though their name may not be as familiar to you as their contempories, top to bottom I would put this album up against many that the "hair metal" era had to offer. Truth is, Trixter was simply a victim of time. By the time their first album hit its stride and they were prepping for a second album, bands like Alice in Chains, Nirvana and Pearl Jam came on the scene, thereby ending the reign of 80's metal and ushering in the "grunge" era.

Now, I am definitely not comparing the talent in Trixter to that of the previously mentioned grunge bands (that would be a losing battle). However, if you listen to this album, you can tell that there is more here than as one reviewer stated, a "boy band with guitars". Peter Loran is a great vocalist, and he was accompanied by a pretty savvy guitarist/songwriter, as evidenced by tracks such as "One in a Million", "Give it to Me Good", "You'll Never See Me Crying" and "Surrender". In fact, unlike many hair metal albums of this period which contained two listenable songs and a ton of filler, songs 1-6 and the last three tracks on this album are definitely worth a listen.

In short, if you're a fan of 80's metal, you're going to like this album. Furthermore, $2-$3 used price on this disc is a steal!

A few good songs is all you get.......2005-04-02

I have to say, the first 2 songs on this disc really kick ass. It went down hill after that. The 2 ballads were ok as well, but some of the tracks on the 12 track debut from the NJ based band are weak. They would have been better off if some of these songs had a little more meaning. Looking back on this in 2005, it didn't stand the test of time.
Some of the guys in this band have been trying to get back in the business for the past 12 years with bands like Sugar Belly, Throwan Rocks and 40 foot Ringo and none have got any intrest from major lables. If these guys ever get the picture, they will realize that the only thing they will be known for is Trixter and this record in particular. It is time to give it up and maybe grab the opening slot on the "Rock Never Stops Tour". The little talent that they do have nobody cares about in 2005.

The 'Velveeta' of hard rock/metal bands. Ultra cheesy!.......2005-03-15

80's hard rock/metal was divided into 2 camps. Great world class bands with balls to the wall talent and musicianship like Ozzy's 'Blizzard Of Ozz', Rainbow, Aerosmith, Judas Priest, Accept, Iron Maiden, Saxon, Loudness, Dokken, Kiss, The Scorpions, MSG (Michael Schenker Group), Black Sabbath, AC/DC, Blue Oyster Cult, Ratt, Cinderella, Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy, Queensryche, Uriah Heep, etc. (just to name a few) belonging to one respected camp, and ultra-cheesy, diluted, gimmicky, no-talent 'flash in the pan' sham bands like Trixter or Warrant who sound like a bunch of limp-wristed adolescent metal wannabes!!! Bands like Trixter and Warrant are where metal 'went wrong' IMHO. And as if this incarnation of hard rock/metal wasn't bad enough, later on along comes 'Nu Metal' for chrissakes! Pass the barf bag! No...pass TWO!

dokken6008, were you drunk when you wrote your review?.......2004-08-19

Obviously you still think they were hot but are too afraid to come out and say it. If you want to talk about talented young people, listen to Silverchair's "Frogstomp". Trixter represents everything that was wrong with music in the late '80s and are nothing but a boy band with guitars. This CD is garbage!!!

Youthful Pop-Rock.......2004-02-14

"Trixter" is a decent album. None of the songs are too heavy, too pop, or too offensive for the general audience. It sounds like a young group of kids got together and made a good, hard teen rock album. I'm not talking down on these guys, but there's nothing here that really pushes any envelopes or makes you just jump up and want to bang your head. It's all safe, and that's about the only downfall this album has.

It's almost too approachable. It's good, but none of the songs are that memorable, excepting "Surrender." It's the token power ballad that all of the hair bands had to put on their records. I like this album but I just can't suggest everybody go out and buy it for the mere fact that it's average.

I think the easiest way to sum this up is this: "Trixter" is like the kid in school that everybody knew and liked, but they never hung out with him or invited him to their parties. None of the kids really picked on him but they all stuck up for him when he was harassed by others. "Trixter" is just kind of existing. Good band, no major things that made them stick out from the rest of the pack.

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Overlooked, but better than the debut...

Great Effort

Here is on for the rock n' roll book

song writing masterpiece

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Binding: Audio CD

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On The Road Again

Customer Reviews:

Overlooked, but better than the debut... .......2007-07-10

As many of you know, Trixter had a wave of success with their debut album at the tail end of the 80s metal era. Unfortunately, by the time they were able to break from the commercialized mold that record producers were throwing out there by the dozens, Grunge had taken over and it was too late for this one to get the break it most rightly deserved. This album exceeds Trixter's excellent debut in songwriting, musicianship, and production quality to boot. Rockin' tracks like Road of a Thousand Dreams (which sounds incredibly similar to Bon Jovi's "I Believe" at the beginning) and Bloodrock are great hook-laden melodic rock, and Runaway Train and As the Candle Burns will be two of your favorite ballads of all time. If you're a fan of the 80s metal era and never bothered to pick this one up, you certainly should do so. It's a very strong release with zero filler.

Great Effort.......2005-01-31

I remember going to see Trixter back in '91. I absolutely loved thier first album. It was nothing special and didnt really stand out among other albums, there was just something that I liked about the sound. After a few years I didnt really listen to music after the 'grunge' thing hit. Just last year I heard a Trixter song and it got me to thinking about them. I found this CD and decided to give it a listen. I was absolutlely blown away. This CD is one of the best I have ever heard from anybody. It has a much heavier sound than thier first effort. I would advise anybody who listened to Trixter or 'glam' or 'hair' or whatever you want to call it, to go out and get this if you can. I call it good old fashioned kick ass rock and roll. Im not sure if this CD was ahead of its time or behind its time. Great piece of work, just a little too late. I wish these guys were still recording, Id love to hear what they could do.

Here is on for the rock n' roll book.......2004-05-11

This CD is one of the best that I have ever heard and truely love. The blend of "Hard Rocking Sounds" of "Damn GOOD, Bloodrock, Nobodys A Hero, On The Road Again, What It Takes", to the "Soft Melodic Sounds" of "As The Candle Burns", is truely an almost ELECTRIFING EXPERINCE.

song writing masterpiece.......2004-02-04

Truly a rock masterpiece. Trixter's second album, following
up their more methodical debut, showcases the song writing
diversity that Steve and the boys weren't able to ride to the top. From the start with the anthem "Road of a thousand dreams", to the blistering "Rockin' Horse" & "bloodrock",
and showing their melodic mastery with "Nobody's a Hero",
this album shows how ahead of their time and unappreciated they were. Released around the time grunge came into fashion, this album unfortunately fell under the radar, and now with grunge
out of the picture, it leaves us saying- "Trixter, where are you
when we need you!"-
At least I can say I saw them live- 3 times

Average customer rating:

They Tricked Me! This Rocks!
An Excellent Job On Some of the Classics......
the one the only the mighty TRIXTER

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(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party) [Live]

Customer Reviews:

They Tricked Me! This Rocks!.......2004-02-13

I came across this cd on a used cd website. I was debating on getting it, not having owned any Trixter albums before. So after reading the previous 2 reviews posted here on Amazon.com I decided to buy it. WOW! This has to be one of the best "cover version" ablums in my collection. Every song here is a real winner. Trixter stays true to the original versions, but adds enough of their own touch (ie New Jersey, kick-@ss & take no prisoners metal attitude) to make it an interesting & enjoyable listen. What stands out for me is the great guitar playing and killer tone. The guitar intro to "Revolution" flat out blew me away! It might be blasphemy to say it's as good as the original Beatle's version musically, but it is. The entire album is a real diamond in the rough; and a must have for any metal fan.
I add the thrid "5 star" review. Don't let this one get away!

An Excellent Job On Some of the Classics.............2003-05-05

This is the third album from those great "hair-metal" rockers of the early 90's. Trixter had the talent and charisma to go far and it's a shame this was the last album released by the band. Instead of the traditional rock disc, they went a bit nostalgic and released an album of cover tunes. I quite enjoy the CD and the song selection is wonderfully unique. No where else are you going to find a song selection of this sort. The disc kicks off with a cool rendition of the Elvis Costello hit "Pump It Up." Paul Simon's "50 Ways" and Nine Inch Nails "Terrible Lie" are both done excellently. "50 Ways" stays true to its oldies form, and "Terrible Lie" too keeps it's heavy-edge. Supertramp's "Take The Long Way Home" and AC/DC's "Dirty Deeds" follow suit. "Take The Long Way Home" is quite similar to the original and is great to sing along with. "Dirty Deeds" rocks too and is a bit heavier in nature, but is still great to hear. The Beatles "Revolution" is next on the block, and to me is better than the original. The Beatles are a great band, but this version is a bit more guitar oriented and gets you into the song a little more. An unplugged version of "50 Ways" follows and the song catches you just like it did the first time. Lastly, one of the best party songs concludes the album. The Beastie Boys are paid tribute via a live cover of "Fight For Your Right." You haven't heard this song until you hear this version. This song truly makes the disc worth the purchase. Trixter was highly underrated and this disc helps to showcase what they are truly capable of; making and playing great music. If you are a fan of the classics or just want a good listen, please buy this CD as you won't be disappointed.

the one the only the mighty TRIXTER.......2003-04-26

Trixter was the most underrated band of all time.

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ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000KD1E5M

Product Description

1996, Teichiku records Japan import. Superb melodic hard rock/hair metal! 13 tracks in total including: Cool like you, C'mon n' let me in, You're my religion, Seen it all before, Ti'll tomorrow, and more. Out of print.