Lock N Load

Released in 2013, Lock N Load is the debut full-length statement from the Swedish rock outfit Dynamite. Emerging from a vibrant Scandinavian scene that has long championed the revival of 1970s hard rock, Dynamite distinguishes themselves through a particularly aggressive and 'high-voltage' approach. The album is heavily indebted to the rhythmic simplicity and raw power of AC/DC, yet it incorporates a distinctly Swedish melodic sensibility and a thicker, more modern production weight. Recorded with an emphasis on analog warmth, the eleven tracks avoid the digital sterility of contemporary rock, opting instead for a 'live-in-the-room' feel. Critics and fans of the genre have noted the band's ability to channel the spirit of Bon Scott-era rock without falling into mere parody, thanks in large part to the authentic grit of the vocal performances and the tight, locked-in chemistry of the rhythm section. It remains a quintessential example of the 'New Wave of Traditional Hard Rock.'