The Scream

American hard rock/sleaze band formed in Los Angeles in 1989. Best known for the 1991 debut album Let It Scream. Line-up and short lifespan linked to members' moves to bands such as Judas Priest and Mötley Crüe.

Formed in Los Angeles in 1989. Debut album Let It Scream released in 1991. Original members included John Corabi (vocals), Bruce Bouillet (guitar), John Alderete (bass) and Scott Travis (drums); Scott Travis left to join Judas Priest and was replaced by Walt Woodward III. John Corabi later joined Mötley Crüe replacing Vince Neil. A second album, Takin' It to the Next Level, was recorded but was not officially released.

A positive, detailed review of The Scream's 1991 debut Let It Scream. The band is presented as a short-lived Los Angeles hard rock/sleaze act with members linked to Racer X, Judas Priest and Mötley Crüe. The review praises songwriting, musicianship and genre variety.

For:Fans of late-'80s/early-'90s hard rock, sleaze metal and band-history aficionados.