Review of the album “Escape to Nowhere” by Omen
The Omen album, “Escape to Nowhere” debuted in 1988 and was the first Omen album featuring Coburn Pharr on lead vocals. There are nine tracks on this album, totaling 39 minutes of classic heavy metal. The, “Escape to Nowhere” album is rather slow paced in comparison with Omen’s previous albums, but still has that aggressive overtone that has come to define Omen. Many long time Omen fans list the, “Escape to Nowhere” album last on their list of Omen albums, but it could just be because of the change in lead vocalists. This album still has the Omen-type lyrics that reflect their style, even though the voice may sound somewhat different. There is also a cover of a Golden Earring song, “Radar Love”, on this album and although Omen isn’t known for being a cover band, this cover song is worth listening to. This is a must have album for any Omen fan simply because it features a new lead singer and because this album features the single, “Thorn in Your Flesh”, which is Omen’s first hit single in the United States. If you can get over the fact that this album is a bit different than their previous releases, then you are sure to love it.