The return of White Lion was always bound to leave some fans upset that the original line up couldn't work out a way of working together again. However, vocalist Mike Tramp has assembled a line up that not only does justice to the White Lion name but also one that breathes new life and energy into this much missed band.

'Return Of The Pride' is the first White Lion album in 16 years and this CD re-creates the sound of the old White Lion but with an updated, modern sound.

There are 2 epic tracks in 'Sangre de Cristo' and 'Battle At Little Big Horn', a stunning ballad in 'Never Let You Go', future classics 'I Will' and 'Gonna Do It My Way' and the almost acoustic European bonus track 'Take Me Home'.

The band is touring soon and hopefully this CD marks the beginning of a new and long chapter for White Lion.

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Review by Nikk Gunns