The album contains eleven new heavy rock songs with a classic rock edge and superb vocals that are front and center in the mix. Bonnet has surrounded himself with a talented squad of musicians including Conrado Pesinato on guitars, drummer Mark Zonder, and Alcatrazz band member Jimmy Waldo on keyboards. Don’t miss the outstanding guitar work by Pesinato on the ultra heavy rocker “Dead Man Walking” and the slower but powerful “The Dance.” The songs are top notch with all the band members contributing to the effort and Bonnet’s vocals are in fine form and sounding better than ever. Included with “The Book” is a bonus CD that features 16 rerecorded classics that offer a retrospective look at Bonnet’s career. Here you’ll find goodies like the Russ Ballard cover “Since You’ve Been Gone” from his days in Rainbow and “Assault Attack” from Bonnet’s stint with the Michael Schenker Group.
“The Book” is a strong album with a real, old school feel proving Bonnet still has what it takes to be a relevant force in rock and roll and will be a welcome addition to any rock fan’s collection
