MOTHER ROAD ii MPR0104

Vintage Hard Rock Pedigree: Mother Road’s ‘II’ (MPR 0104)

Today’s entry highlights a blues-rock project featuring a lineup of seasoned veterans from the hard rock world. We are looking at the 2021 limited edition vinyl release of II by Mother Road, released on Metalapolis Records with the catalog number MPR 0104.

A Blues-Infused Reunion

Released on March 12, 2021, II marks the return of Mother Road after a seven-year hiatus. The project is driven by the partnership of guitarist Chris Lyne (Soul Doctor, Heartlyne) and vocalist Keith Slack (Steelhouse Lane, The Michael Schenker Group). For this sophomore effort, the lineup is bolstered by the addition of bassist Barry Sparks, known for his work with heavyweights like Dokken, MSG, Ted Nugent, and the Japanese superstars B’z. The resulting sound is a soulful, authentic tribute to 1970s blues-based hard rock, filled with gritty vocals and classic guitar tones.

Limited Edition Format

This release is strictly limited to 300 copies worldwide, making it a scarce find for collectors. It is pressed on Red Vinyl, matching the fiery energy of the music. Distributed in Europe by DA Music, the album features tracks like “Fool’s Gold” and “Stick And Stones,” proving that classic rock influences remain timeless. The barcode 4270002006256 identifies this specific European pressing.