Tyketto represents the 'lost' pinnacle of American melodic hard rock. Formed in 1987 by Danny Vaughn after his departure from Waysted, the band arrived at the tail end of the glam metal boom but possessed a musical depth that transcended the genre's clichés.
Their 1991 debut, 'Don't Come Easy,' is a critical darling of the AOR community, blending Whitesnake-style blues-rock with the pop sensibilities of Bon Jovi. Despite heavy rotation on MTV and a massive hit in 'Forever Young,' their momentum was famously derailed by the sudden cultural shift toward grunge. Musically, the band is noted for Vaughn's elite vocal ability and Brooke St. James's inventive guitar arrangements, which often utilized open tunings and folk-influenced textures. After a brief period with future Journey vocalist Steve Augeri in the mid-90s, the original lineup eventually reunited, maintaining a dedicated cult following in Europe and the UK. They are frequently cited by critics as one of the most underrated bands of their generation, bridging the gap between 80s excess and 90s earnestness.
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