Praying Mantis /Sanctuary (2009)

This is a very interesting release.Praying Mantis in this one have turned into a more melodic hard rock sound with a strong AOR touch. Mike Freeland is the new vocalist and I have to admit that his powerfull vocals suits the tone of the new music. Some great tracks here like the guitar-driven "Restless Heart" & "So High " , the lovely ballad "Lonely Way Home " with the fantastic chorus. Overall a very good melodic hard rock album. 8/10

tracks : 1. In Time 2. Restless Heart  3.Tears In The Rain  4.So High  5.Lonely Way Home   6.Touch The Rainbow  7.Threshold of a Dream  8.Playing God  9.Highway 10.Sanctuary