Atom Stone has been musically-inclined since he was a kid starting as a woodwind player and later evolving into a skilled singer and guitarist. Hailing from New York, Atom Stone brings a wide range of influences to the brand new release titled ‘Take Me To The Fire’. Atom Stone’s overall sound and vocal style has been compared to the likes of Steve Perry, Robert Plant and Lou Gramm. I also picked up on hints of Def Leppard on track five, “Driving Back To You”, Rush on the title track and Journey on track seven, “The Real Thing”. Overall, Atom Stone creates a sound that has major fan appeal causing the audience to stay plugged in from start to finish. ‘Take Me To The Fire’ has something for everyone and sounds like a hit record in the making.
‘Take Me To The Fire’ features a wide mix of guest musicians that come from quite the talent pool. It is worth nothing that Atom Stone got to work with veteran producer Dan Tracey (Alan Parsons Live Project), Nick Sturms (Nashville Songwriter/Producer) and Veteran Dave Albro (Grammy Nominated Engineer) on the new project. ‘Take Me To The Fire’ is well-constructed and has the potential to make huge waves in the music world.
Atom Stone proves right away on the opening track, “I Believe”, that he has got major Pop appeal. “I Believe” is soft rock at its finest and has a radio-friendly tone that can’t be overlooked. With a soothing melody and warming sound in place, “I Believe” also displays emotionally-drenched notes & lyrics that makes for one powerful sentiment. “I Believe” in Atom Stone and his talents and artistry as soon as I hit play. Next is the title track, “Take Me To The Fire”, where Atom Stone is truly heating up! Atom Stone is shining like a bright star on “Take Me To The Fire” where a catchy hook can be heard loud & clear. A sense of mystery wraps around your ears on the following song “Hate Love” where Atom Stone is delivering a passion-packed performance for the ages. Atom Stone is laying it all out on the table for the entire world to hear, so listen UP and listen closely to the sound of “Hate Love”. Track four, “Watch Me Die”, hits you inside with its pure sincerity and genuine touch as its material truly speaks to the listener. “Driving Back To You” is next on the list and comes equipped with a road-worthy rhythm that keeps you on your toes. Atom Stone is rockin’ the open roads and airwaves and doing it all in style on “Driving Back To You”. Get ready for “Hell On Wheels” where you will want to turn this tune up loud and put it into overdrive! “Hell On Wheels” is one hell of a ride as Atom Stone invites us all to clap along and rock on! “Hell On Wheels” is driving its way into your memory bank and playlist whether you like it or not. Track seven, “The Real Thing”, packs a BIG punch from a vocal and lyrical standpoint where Atom Stone is most certainly alive and well. Atom Stone is delivering the goods on “Tonight” where rockin’ riffs can be heard and just a rock-solid set overall. Ready…set…aim…fire as “Battlefield” solidifies itself as a direct hit in the making. “Battlefield” has that likability factor that the audience will attract to right away, so be prepared for this song to blow up on the charts. On track 10, “Hurt Me”, Atom Stone is simply tearing it up and honestly nothing painful here but rather a high-spirited listening experience. Atom Stone decides to go out with a bang on “Uptown” where good times will follow. Just let loose and leave your worries at home as you get ready to head “Uptown”.
I am thoroughly impressed with Atom Stone’s overall efforts on ‘Take Me To The Fire’ and feel Stone will gain many more fans & followers in light of this new release. Sky is the limit for Atom Stone and ‘Take Me To The Fire’ is a one-way ticket to Hit City USA! SKOPE out ‘Take Me To The Fire’ by Atom Stone today and watch as this record burns its way up the charts.
By Jimmy Rae
