Since the '80s, has undoubtedly been one of 's top female vocalists; she has consistently issued solo albums since the breakup of . And with quite a few acts going the route during the late '90s/early 21st century, took the plunge as well -- teaming up with the and issuing 2005's . While some of these releases come off half-baked, is one of the few that succeeds, primarily because there is no attempt to force-merge riffing with a symphony. This approach is evidenced by one of the album's top standouts -- a track sung in 's native language (German), Elsewhere, you'll find a cover of 's which is slowed down and stripped down to its basics, as well as a track that sounds surprisingly very -esque, This successful departure is highly recommended to fans worldwide -- just don't expect tempos. ~ Greg Prato