(EMI)
Quit the fags, stuff the drugs. Hell, you might even want to abstain from sex in favour of Jane�s Addiction.
One of the most enduring US rock bands of the past two decades, their 2003 comeback has been a major success and then some, which has culminated in performances at this year�s �Fashion Rocks� gala - from the Royal Albert Hall - and on various high profile TV shows.
Following-on from their �Just Because� single, this is yet another classic rock anthem to be thankfully lifted from the band�s �Strays� album that stated with no hesitation that they�re back as bold as ever and determined to make a go of making tuneful rock music again.
Fronted as-ever by Perry Farrell (an awesome frontman if ever there is one), his ethereal vox - layered over the cool upbeat rock riff, rocketing guitars, steady U2-esque drumming and another quality bout of sublime energy - ensures �True Nature� stays true to their songwriting roots and pleases on all levels.
This is the opening track on the album, and fit for any rock-obsessed king with its note-perfect production. Hell, there�s no wonder the band�s Halloween gig at Brixton Academy sold out in mere minutes with material this good.
(Steve Rudd)