Bruce Dickinson - Accident of Birth

Genre
Rock
Heavy Metal


year: 97 - review: Of all of Bruce Dickinson's solo albums, Accident of Birth sounds the most similar to Iron Maiden, which isn't surprising since former Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith co-wrote many of the songs and plays on the record. The album is better than many latter-day Maiden efforts, and though the songwriting is occasionally uneven, the best moments (including "Man of Sorrows") make it an intriguing album.

Incubus - Make Yourself

Genre
Funk Rock Alternative Pop


year: 99 - review: The band's second album, Make Yourself, finds Incubus settling more comfortably into their skin. The often abrupt segues from monstrous Metal into fuzzy Funk have been softened for a more cohesive sound. Songs such as "Stellar," "Pardon Me" and "Drive" prove the band has a knack for writing a solid pop hook. Without doubt, Make Yourself is the place to start.