Janet Gardner “Rat Hole”
Janet Gardner (formerly of Vixen)’s “Rat Hole” blends together hard rock, hair metal, and industrial into a ferocious, intense (and heavy) sound. Gardner’s growl straddles the line between metal growl and Amy Lee-like melody here. The breakdown at the 2:45 mark is delicious; having a slinky bass line laid down as the distinct elements (drums, vocals, and guitar) enter back into the mix is precisely the way to keep listeners…