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Black Dawn

by Cactus

Released: July 05, 2016

Hard rock, blues rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Critical Acclaim.

The Album

The band lineup for this album consists of original band members Carmine Appice and Jim McCarty joined by Jimmy Kunes, who took over the vocal duties, Pete Bremy handling the bass, and Randy Pratt on harmonica. "Black Dawn" is an album by the American hard rock band Cactus, released in 2016. This album marked the re-grouping of the band after a significant break.

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It consists of a mix of new songs…

It consists of a mix of new songs and classic tracks, showcasing a bluesy hard rock sound that bears the band's original signature style.

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The album received positive reviews for its explosive beats, exciting guitar work, and powerful vocals, establishing its roots in the old-school rock 'n' roll genre while introducing the band's music to newer audiences.

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"Black Dawn" is an album by the American hard rock band Cactus, released in 2016. This album marked the re-grouping of the band after a significant break. It consists of a mix of new songs and classic tracks, showcasing a bluesy hard rock sound that bears the band's original signature style. The band lineup for this album consists of original band members Carmine Appice and Jim McCarty joined by Jimmy Kunes, who took over the vocal duties, Pete Bremy handling the bass, and Randy Pratt on harmonica. The album received positive reviews for its explosive beats, exciting guitar work, and powerful vocals, establishing its roots in the old-school rock 'n' roll genre while introducing the band's music to newer audiences.