''Greg Howe'' is the first studio album by guitarist

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, released in 1988 by

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. Prior to its recording, Howe had sent a

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to Shrapnel founder

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in 1987, after which he was signed to the label.

Critical reception

Andy Hinds at

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described ''Greg Howe'' as "fresh compared to the melodramatic work of peers like, say,

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" and "a high-octane, indulgent rock romp. Worth hearing." He also listed "Kick It All Over" and "The Pepper Shake" as highlights.

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in his ''Collector's Guide to Heavy Metal'' found the album "not all heavy, but for the most part, fruity, pop-tastic and colourful", while Howe's guitar playing reminded him of George Lynch. In a 2009 article by ''

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'' magazine, the album was ranked 10th on the all-time top 10 list of shred albums. As of 2006 it remains Howe's best-selling release.

Track listing

Personnel

Musicians *

– guitar *

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– bass *Atma Anur – drums Production *Steve Fontano –

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, mixing *Mark "Mooka" Rennick – mixing *Joe Marquez, Marc Reyburn – assistant engineers *Steve Hall – mastering *

– producer

References

External links

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