Reissue of Blackie & the boys' 1985 album for Capitol with seven bonus tracks added: the B-sides 'Mississippi Queen' & 'Savage' and live versions of 'On Your Knees', 'Hellion', 'L.O.V.E. Machine', 'Animal (Fuck Lik... more »e A Beast)' and 'I Wanna Be Somebody', all recorded at the Lyceum in October of1984. 17 tracks total. Also contains the original cover art.1998 Snapper release.« less
All Artists:W.A.S.P. Title:Last Command Members Wishing: 1 Total Copies: 0 Label:Original Masters Records/Ka Original Release Date: 1/1/1985 Re-Release Date: 6/9/1998 Album Type: Original recording reissued Genre:Metal Style: Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:636551550222
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Reissue of Blackie & the boys' 1985 album for Capitol with seven bonus tracks added: the B-sides 'Mississippi Queen' & 'Savage' and live versions of 'On Your Knees', 'Hellion', 'L.O.V.E. Machine', 'Animal (Fuck Like A Beast)' and 'I Wanna Be Somebody', all recorded at the Lyceum in October of1984. 17 tracks total. Also contains the original cover art.1998 Snapper release.
"The second WASP album, and another incredibly solid effort. If you are a hard rock fan, you must not miss this one. Once again the weakest track is a cover (Mississippi Queen)...but the rest are ALL great. Wild Child was the song that got me into WASP...and the more I listened the more I was amazed at Blackie's inability to write a bad tune. He writes memorable chorus after chorus and his three part vocal attack is wicked. They say less is more and that is definitely the case when it comes to the guitar side of WASP songs...chords crashing as a backdrop to Blackie's fantastic vocals is perfect...yet the solos always rip. I don't think I could ever say a bad thing about this (in fact the first 3 WASP albums). Even the cover is awesome!Yes the lyrics can be cheesy but they were, for the most part, never intended to be profound (at least not in the early days). And I'd have to disagree with one of the reviews below that says 'Savage' is not worth listening to. It is one of my favorite WASP tunes...the chorus is bloody great...and the verses are as always, good for a laugh ("Tazmanian devil...I'll eat you alive...") Mwahahaha.The inclusion of 5 songs from the Live at The Lyceum set was a nice touch and makes this album even more monstrous than it already was. Those of you who have seen videos of the songs know how awesome that show was...GET THIS TODAY."
The Last Command
Gitters | Allendale, IL United States | 06/21/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"In 1985 W.A.S.P. released their second album "The Last Command" which was a minor hit with a couple of tracks that had popular videos on mtv, those being Wild Child and Blind in Texas.Considering the 1980's was when this kind of music ruled the charts,it disappoints that this group was not more popular than they where. While they aren't those most talented band in the world songs like Ballcrusher, Fistful of Diamonds, Widowmaker,Cries in the Night, Wild Child, and Blind in Texas, are much better than anything from the 80's metal bands that ruled the radio. WASP is a killer band, who put out many great albums, do yourself a favor and by this CD you will not be disappointed. 1990's issues of this album have bonus cuts. The original Capitol records release only contained 10 songs."
A LITTLE LESS IS MORE WITH MORE FINESE!
Kevin Dobbs "dragonboots" | Perth Western Australia | 10/02/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Many artists can fail to follow up with equal abandon with release number two especially when its predecessor was a barn stormer. W.A.S.P certainly delivered everything and more with 'The Last Command'. The delivery of 'more' in this case being a more refined style of writing. The songs demonstrate a little if not too much maturity. Ensuring that the band was seen to be growing and could improve seemed paramount in Blackie's mind as collectively they stretched their wings. This release prooves without a doubt that this band was a lot more than fake blood and stage props. 'Wild Child' lauches right out to meet you being both subtle and hauntingly atmospheric. Hands down the BEST song this band has produced a sonic treat that has inspired lyrics and enough musical sounds swooping in from all sides of the room to have you ducking your head in panic. Just incase you felt betrayed by the change of direction the band had opened this monster with 'Ball Crusher' arrives to let you know that no matter how deep things may get W.A.S.P will always be animals at heart and that gut wrenching emotion would remain essential. And that really is why this disc is so good and enjoyable to listen to. Basically 'The Last Command' has an ample balance of light and shade throughout. 'Widow Maker' sister of 'Wild Child' can sit along side 'Fistful Of Diamonds' son of 'Jack Action' without issue or by feeling disjointed. Two rally to arms songs being the title track and 'Running Wild In The Streets' offer a insight to the creative ideas the band would explore in later years and add value to the strength of side two. 'Blind In Texas' certainly is the most famous song on offer on that side and many W.A.S.P fans may disagree with me, but I think it is a weak link here but that is only my opinion. Now on the other hand 'Cries In The Night' a heart felt ballad is a classic moment to me and maybe that sums things up nicely. A little bit of everything for everyone and not too much of the same. Buy as an essential item and enjoy at peak volume ranges!"
Who says there is a sophmore jinx?
George Antonio | USA | 05/28/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Fresh off the heels of their self-titled debut, W.A.S.P. come right back with their sophmore album "The Last Command." Now there is some worry in the sports as well as entertainment business where people will suffer a sophmore jinx in which they won't have good follow-up material from their previous outings. This album proves that even if the jinx existed... W.A.S.p. are the exception to that rule!
1. Wild Child - A killer track to open the album with. It shows that the band has the same cutting edge as they had on their last album, but lyrically and instrumentaly they have grown. Evident right away is the emotion put forth in the track. Awesome song to get us started. 5/5
2. Ball Crusher - This is a song that is just very fun and energetic. Showing that they continuie to have a fun side and just enjoy themselves. May take awhile to get into, but well worth the patience. 4/5
3. Firstful of Diamonds - Awesome song with awesome guitar work! Vocals match beautifully and the whole song just seems to gel. Somehow it seems to fit on the album perfectly as well, not quite shock-rock and shows how the band has grown, but also fun and upbeat. 4/5
4. Jack Action - Another track that is just pure fun and energy. Although I like the song, I do feel that this was perhaps left over material from their debut. Goes hand in hand with their song "School Daze" as it does rock, but really goes nowhere. 3.5/5
5. Widowmaker - One of the bnest songs on the album in my opinion! Shows elements of a darker side of the band which come into play later in their careers. Remains catchy while it takes that dark turn. This shows just how well the song writing had developed between this album and the debut. 5/5
6. Blind In Texas - Perhaps the best known song off the album. A shout-out anthem to the lonestar state! Awesome track with awesome work from all of the guys. One can tell however, that thjis song was made to be played on the radio as the lyrics don't run to deep and the song is just a fun rocking tune! 4.5/5
7. Cries In The Night - This song is another that may take the listener some time to get into, as it did for me. A song that shows elements of dark and dreary emotion but is stil fun in a way. One of the under-rated gems on the album. 4/5
8. The Last Command - The title track of the album. A pure awesome song that is W.A.S.P. at their best! Everything just seemed to flow together and nothing seemed forced here. A pure gem, and I think another under-rated song on the album. 5/5
9. Running Wild In The Streets - Although I like this song, I feel the placement of it on the album is very poor. In my opinion, this song should have gone earlier in the album as it lacks substance, but is catchy. Perhaps putting it right before "Blind In Texas" or "Ball Crusher" would have worked better. Like I said, it is a good song but I feel it gets lost in the shuffle being where it's placed. 3.5/5
10. Sex Drive - This song in some ways seems to not fit with the rest of the album, but at the same time works perfectly. A fun and energetic song that is an awesome way to end an album. In essence it brings the listener right back to the beginning with "Wild Child." Great song. 3.5/5
I won't cover the bonus tracks as most of them are just live renditions of songs they already have done. However, two songs "Mississippi Queen" which is a very well-done cover song, and "Savage" which is just pure W.A.S.P. show that the band was really entering their top-form right around this time.
Overall, an awesome album and really a W.A.S.P. classic that all fans should own!
Track Listings (17) - Disc #1
