Cold Truth Do Watcha Do
by John Kindred
Staff Writer
Do Watcha Do is the sophomore release from the Nashville quartet Cold Truth. Comprised of Thanes Shearon (v)(g), Kurt Menck (g), Abe White (b) and Matt Green (d), the band brings new life to the classic rock sounds that built the foundations of bands like UFO, Bad Company and Led Zeppelin. The band finds comfort in the raw, overdriven sound of electric guitars and gritty, edgy vocals.
Straight out of Nashville, Cold Truth returns after a six-year gap between studio albums. Do Watcha Do contains 13 songs, all of which highlight the vocal talent of Shearon. Comparisons can be made between Shearon’s voice and Sammy Hagar (Montrose), Paul Rodgers (Bad Company) and Phil Mogg (UFO). It seems that there are bits and pieces of each vocalist within the heart of Shearon’s vocal attack.
Musically, the band hangs their hat on crunchy, infectious grooves surely inspired by Bad Company. Plenty of melodies intertwine with free-flowing grooves that invite the listener into the confines of each song. The band unleashes a bluesy swagger within arrangements that embodies a classic hard rock vibe.
Elements of slide guitar, harmony vocals and solos make up the musical arrangements that lean heavily on the powerful rhythm section of White and Green. Together, they drive the music along as well build the foundation for Shearon and Menck to color each track.
Inspiring songs include “If That Ain’t Enough,” “Light My Way,” “Peace With Me,” and “Finding The Way.” Absolutely no filler songs can be found on Do Watcha Do. The music is wonderfully produced. The sound of the music is full and vibrant. The band marries each musical element into a cohesive presentation of classic rock.
Today’s American music scene leaves a lot to be desired for fans of guitar-driven rock and roll. Cold Truth provides the perfect remedy for those sick of the affliction of nu-metal-alternative-corporate-rock clichés. Face it, a lot of today’s bands provide little substance for music fans to latch on to.
Cold Truth delivers the best of ‘70s-inspired classic rock for today’s music fan.
Band:
Thane Shearon (v)(g)
Kurt Menck (g)
Abe White (b)
Matt Green (d)
Track Listing:
1. Cold as Hell
2. Diesel
3. If that ain’t Enough
4. Gimme Some
5. Set Me Free
6. Peace with Me
7. Shakedown
8. Together
9. This Time
10. Finding the Way
11. Whisper to Me
12. Payin Dues
13. Light My Way
Hardrock Haven rating: 8.6/10