The Poodles - In The Flesh

Fans of Talisman and Swedish Glam/Hard Rock should definitely check this out.If you're not familiar with The Poodles, you should be.  They are a Swedish Glam/Hard rock band that pack some punch.  The band was originally formed by some ex-Talisman guys (Guitarist Pontus Norgren and Drummer turned Vocalist Jakob Samuel).  The amazing Norgren left and is currently a member of Hammerfall.  The Poodles formed in 2006 and made an instant impact overseas.  They have 3 studio albums and are about to release their fourth.  A great way to get introduced to the band is their recent DVD release, via Frontiers Records, titled In the Flesh.  The DVD was filmed during the band's 2009 tour for Clash of Elements.

In the Flesh is a concert film/documentary that gives you a taste of what the band is like live as well as some behind the scenes stuff.  Some of the more compelling footage included in the video is the one on one interviews with the band members.  You really get a sense of what these guys are about.  This DVD is shot very well and the concert footage is amazing - and the band does sound great live.  They don't blow you away with their performance, but they do sound like they do in the studio.  All in all a very enjoyable watch.

Bottom Line: A great way to get introduced to The Poodles.  You get a taste live as well as some behind the scenes.  If you want to get to know the next big thing in Glam/Hard rock, then check this one out.

- Ragman is still baffled as to why they call themselves The Poodles...