Album Review: It’s My Turn For The Winner by Zenda Check
Alright, let’s talk about It’s My Turn For The Winner, the 1979 rock gem from Zenda Check. Released under the Amalisa label in the UK, this album might not be on everyone’s radar, but trust me—it deserves a second look (or listen). It’s raw, unpolished, and has that old-school rock vibe that just sticks with you.
First up, there’s “Lonely Lady (In L.A.).” Man, this track hits different. It’s got this moody, almost cinematic feel to it, like you’re cruising down Sunset Boulevard in a beat-up convertible at midnight. The guitar riffs are punchy but not overdone, and Zenda’s vocals? They’re dripping with emotion—like he’s lived every word of the lyrics. You can practically picture the lonely lady herself, wandering around Hollywood, chasing dreams or maybe just trying to survive. It’s one of those songs that sneaks up on you when you least expect it, and boom, you’re humming it for days.
Then there’s the title track, “It’s My Turn For The Winner.” This one’s a straight-up anthem. If you’ve ever felt like life’s been kicking you around and you’re ready to flip the script, this song is your battle cry. The energy is infectious, and the drumbeat alone could wake the dead. What I love most is how unapologetically bold it feels—it doesn’t try to be anything other than pure rock ‘n’ roll. There’s no fancy production tricks here, just good old-fashioned grit.
You know what’s wild? Listening to this album now feels like stepping into a time capsule. 1979 was such a weird, awesome year for music, and while bands like The Clash and Pink Floyd were hogging the spotlight, Zenda Check was quietly putting out tracks that still resonate today. It’s kinda cool how some things just don’t age, ya know?
Anyway, if you’re into rock that feels real and honest, give It’s My Turn For The Winner a spin. And hey, who knows? Maybe you’ll find yourself blasting “Lonely Lady (In L.A.)” during your next road trip—or using “It’s My Turn For The Winner” as your personal hype song before a big meeting. Either way, props to Zenda Check for making an album that’s stood the test of time. Oh, and fun fact: I bet even aliens would dig this record if they landed in the UK back in ’79. Just saying.
