Anomaly
Ace Frehley · 2009
54 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
An eclectic mix of hard rock anthems and introspective ballads, showcasing Frehley's signature guitar work and lyrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Outer Space — This track features a powerful chorus and showcases Frehley's distinctive guitar riffs while exploring themes of escapism, making it emblematic of the album's spirit.
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Pain in the Neck — A standout track that combines humor with grit, it captures Frehley’s ability to blend personal anecdotes with infectious melodies.
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Fractured Quantum — The closing track is an instrumental showcase that highlights Frehley's guitar virtuosity, providing a fitting conclusion to an album rich in musical exploration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Frehley's return to solo work features strong guitar work and personal lyrics, but lacks overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with three consecutive hard rock tracks that establish a high energy level before shifting to more introspective ballads in the latter half.
- Several tracks feature extended guitar solos that showcase Frehley's distinctive playing style, particularly in 'Fractured Quantum' and 'Genghis Khan'.
- The lyrics often reflect personal themes and storytelling, with songs like 'A Little Below the Angels' providing a contrast to the heavier tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- headphone detail hunting for nuances
- vibrant energy for afternoon lifts
- introspective moments amid hard riffs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek consistent pacing throughout
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Anomaly is Ace Frehley's first album after his departure from Kiss. This marks a significant return to solo work for Frehley, following a 20-year hiatus since his last studio album, Trouble Walkin' in 1989. The album represents a reassertion of his identity as a solo artist in the hard rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Peter Criss· Alice Cooper· Ted Nugent
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Foxy & Free 3:43
- 2 Outer Space 3:48
- 3 Pain in the Neck 4:10
- 4 Fox on the Run 3:34
- 5 Genghis Khan 6:08
- 6 Too Many Faces 4:22
- 7 Change the World 4:11
- 8 Space Bear 5:24
- 9 A Little Below the Angels 4:17
- 10 Sister 4:48
- 11 It’s a Great Life 4:00
- 12 Fractured Quantum 6:19
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