Rick changes sound keeps the punch

Review Score: (10/10)
Through the early 80s, Rick Springfield made guitar laden albums that dripped of sexual satire. His 1985 release of Tao unveiled an album that was different in both respects. The production of the album stripped away the power chords and replaced them with synth guitar resulting in a very polished sounding album. Heavy keyboards and electronic drums complemented the change in style from earlier albums. The lyrical message of most of the songs was very morrose in nature with very little optimism and a whole lot of pessimism. Even though the sound and song evolution took a step off of the beaten path, the punch and drive that was prevelant on earlier Rick albums is still there. Songs like "Walk Like A Man" and "Written in Rock" take the listener back to previous albums with there energy and style. Rick's next album, ROCK OF LIFE, showcases a lighter side of Rick with very little mix of the rock sound. Both of these albums are good listens, but good luck finding ROCK OF LIFE anywhere.

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