Paul Gilbert is an artist. A consummate craftsman. While there are so many virtuoso guitarists around who rely on technique over creativity, this man is not one of these. Of course, he has superb technical insight, but this used to develop interesting, insightful music that stands impressively as an expression of the soul and spirit. It's always been this way with Gilbert. People first heard him in full flow with the much respected Racer X. Now he has his 16th solo studio album ready to prove to everyone that, astonishingly, this master continues to raise the bar on what he can achieve. 'Werewolves Of Portland' is a remarkable album. It sounds fresh, vital and certainly takes the listener on a glorious journey.