King Kobra II

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King Kobra II
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Studio album by
Released5 July 2013
Genre Hard rock, Heavy metal
Length61:47
Label Frontiers Records
Producer Dave Henzerling, Paul Shortino, Carmine Appice
King Kobra chronology
King Kobra
(2011)
King Kobra II
(2013)

King Kobra II (or II) is a 2013 album by the hard rock band King Kobra. It was the second release by the band King Kobra since its reformation by founding member Carmine Appice (of Rod Stewart, Ozzy Osbourne and Blue Murder).

Contents

It features most of the original lineup, with the exception of new member Paul Shortino on vocals; Shortino had previously appeared on the band's 2011 self-titled reunion album. Shortino and Appice are joined by original members Johnny Rod, Mick Sweda, and David Henzerling.

Track list

  1. Hell On Wheels
  2. Knock 'Em Dead
  3. Have A Good Time
  4. The Ballad Of Johnny Rod
  5. Take Me Back
  6. When The Hammer Comes Down
  7. Running Wild
  8. The Crunch
  9. Got It Comin'
  10. Deep River
  11. Don't Keep Me Waiting
  12. We Go Round

Personnel

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