Is Slash a good place to start with Slash?

Yes, Slash is recommended as a starting point for new Slash listeners. A powerhouse blend of hard rock riffs and bluesy melodies featuring dynamic collaborations with notable vocalists. In 2010, Slash released his self-titled debut solo album after years as the iconic guitarist for Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver. This marked a significant moment in his career, allowing him to showcase his versatility beyond the confines of band dynamics and explore collaborations with various vocalists.

Slash works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, dynamic vocal collaborations throughout and vibrant energy for road trips.

How many songs are on Slash?

Slash has 14 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Slash

Slash · 2010

60 min · 14 tracks · hard rock

A powerhouse blend of hard rock riffs and bluesy melodies featuring dynamic collaborations with notable vocalists.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Ghost Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
→
Back From Cali — This track stands out for its powerful blend of emotional lyrics and soaring guitar solos, encapsulating Slash's signature style while showcasing Myles Kennedy's evocative vocals.
→
Beautiful Dangerous — Featuring Fergie, this track is a bold fusion of rock and pop elements, demonstrating Slash's knack for crossing genres while delivering catchy hooks.
→
Crucify the Dead — With Ozzy Osbourne on vocals, this song delivers a heavy, dark atmosphere that highlights both the lyrical depth and heavy instrumentation characteristic of classic rock.
→
I Hold On — The anthemic quality of this track captures a sense of resilience and determination, further enhanced by Slash's electric guitar work and heartfelt lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases Slash's versatility but lacks strong cohesion and depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate extended guitar solos that highlight Slash's technical skill, particularly in songs like 'Back From Cali' and 'By the Sword'.
The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a high energy level while others slow down to emphasize lyrical content or melody.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused listening
dynamic vocal collaborations throughout
vibrant energy for road trips
peaks of intensity and release
engaging guitar solos to savor

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek minimalistic background music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked Slash's debut as a solo artist, establishing his individual reputation.
Themes: California rock scene· collaborative artistry· heavy metal nostalgia
Career context: In 2010, Slash released his self-titled debut solo album after years as the iconic guitarist for Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver. This marked a significant moment in his career, allowing him to showcase his versatility beyond the confines of band dynamics and explore collaborations with various vocalists.
Stylistic neighbors: Joe Perry· Zakk Wylde· Ritchie Blackmore

New to Slash? Find your way in →

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

I Hold On

The bridge shifts to a reflective tone, contemplating tenacity in the face of adversity without losing hope.

This structural pivot underlines the song’s theme of perseverance while also creating an emotional climax that amplifies its impact.