Manic Eden: A Blues-Rock Phoenix Rises from the Glam Ashes of Whitesnake
Calling all fans of raw, unadulterated rock! Buckle up for the unearthed treasure that is Manic Eden’s self-titled album, getting a long-awaited reissue on April 12th.

This isn’t your typical Whitesnake affair. Here, guitarist Adrian Vandenberg sheds the 80s glam for a return to his roots. Imagine a smoky club gig channeling the spirits of Cream and Led Zeppelin. It’s all about bluesy riffs, heart-on-sleeve vocals by Ron Young (Little Caesar), and a backline that crushes like a meteor – think Rudy Sarzo (bass) and Tommy Aldridge (drums) on a rampage.
This 1994 gem was a bit ahead of its time, overshadowed by the grunge wave. But like a phoenix rising from the ashes, honest hard rock is back in the spotlight. So, dust off your vinyl player (or hit play on your preferred platform), because Manic Eden is ready to reignite your love for pure, unadulterated rock and roll.
As Vandenberg himself says, this is “a timeless work… by four musicians who play from the heart.” Dive into the bluesy anthems like “Can You Feel It” and “Fire In My Soul,” and rediscover the raw power of rock n’ roll. This reissue includes the original tracks plus a digital bonus, “Crossin’ The Line,” for good measure.
Manic Eden might be a relic from a bygone era, but this reissue proves that great music never truly fades. It’s time to revisit this hidden gem and let the good ol’ days of rock course through your veins once more.