(2021) Deniz Tek – Deniz Tek Collection Vol. 2: Take it to the Vertical
Review:
Garage rock legend Radio Birdman founder Deniz Tek has released the reissue of the groundbreaking album Take It To The Vertical. Originally released by Redeye/Polydor Records Australia in 1992, was Deniz Tek’s first solo album. Recorded at historic SugarHill Studios in Houston, Texas, the album features Radio Birdman’s Chris Masuak on guitar and keyboards; and The Stooges’ Scott Asheton on drums. There are extensive liner notes, never before seen photos, and a bonus track that was not on the original release. This amazing album has been long out of print, rare, and nearly impossible to find. ‘Press On’, a ripping rock and roll anthem about air combat, was recorded live in the studio during the “Vertical” album sessions. This rare, unreleased track features Deniz and Chris Masuak, veteran Radio Birdman guitar slingers doing what they do best, and a smoking hot rhythm section led by the legendary Scott “Rock Action” Asheton on drums.
Tracklist:
01. Run out of Water
02. Don't Axe Me
03. Steel Beach
04. Where Dreams Go
05. Me & Gene
06. Dead If Looks Could Kill
07. Is It Good Enough
08. Torpedo Woman
09. Those Times Are Gone
10. Ships In
11. Press On
Media Report:
Genre: rock
Format: FLAC
Format/Info: Free Lossless Audio Codec, 16-bit PCM
Bit rate mode: Variable
Channel(s): 2 channels
Sampling rate: 44.1 KHz
Bit depth: 16 bits