January 22, 2009
The Cauze :: Iron Horses
CD Review
By Kim Thore
Creating a buzz in Southern California ever since they scored All Access Magazines’s coveted Best Melodic Group award in 2006, is The Cauze and with their release “Iron Horses” the hum is getting louder.
Formed by Jeff Ellis, lyricist, lead guitarist, and lead vocalist in January of 2005 The Cauze has become the realization of Ellis’s love for guitar and zeal for music and his time spent as a staple in the Orange County and L.A.’s music circuit.
Honing those chops, Ellis along with Joel Ellis (rhythm guitar), Kevin Crider (bass), and Bobby Richards (drums) evokes the stadium rock days
of Knight Ranger and Europe and gives “Iron Horses” the gallop fans old and new have been yearning for.
Notable tracks like “The Faith”, “Mental Corruption” ‘Last Call Woman” and “Hearts on Fire” highlight The Cauze’s ability to move seamlessly from hard rock, ballad, authentic rock and pop and demonstrates their range and musical breadth.
Finally, Ellis has the vocal range and presence to pull off his killer technique via “Iron Horses” with the same stage élan and confidence that he and the rest of the band have become known for… in short- if you’re looking for the glory days of power vocals, shreds and arena fills, bring your riding gear and saddle up with “Iron Horses”. The ride will be smooth.



























