Originally released in 1995, Live and Learn stands as one of the strongest statements in European melodic hard rock of the ’90s. The project, led by Bulgarian guitarist, songwriter, and producer Nikolo Kotzev, combines razor-sharp riffs and symphonic arrangements with soaring vocal performances, creating a record that feels both powerful and timeless. The album is notable for it’s rotating cast of world-class singers, with the “Voice of Rock” Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Black Sabbath), Gran Edman (Yngwie Malmsteen), and Thomas Vikstrm (Talk of the Town, Candlemass) each delivering unforgettable performances that give the songs their distinctive character. Musically, Kotzev’s vision is realized through the expert interplay of his guitar work, the thunderous drumming of Ian Haugland (Europe), the driving bass of John Levn (Europe), and the lush keyboard textures of Mic Michaeli (Europe), forming a band that sounds as massive as it’s pedigree suggests. Among the fan favorites are the dramatic title track “Live and Learn” and the opening gem “Extraordinary Child”, both of which capture the balance of heaviness, melody, and emotional depth that define the Brazen Abbot sound.

Tracklist:

1. Extraordinary Child
2. No Way Out of Nowhere
3. Live And Learn
4. Russian Roulette
5. Clean Up Man
6. When November Reigns
7. Miracle
8. Big Time Blues
9. Feeling Like A Rolling Stone
10. Children Of Today
11. Shadows Of The Moon

UPC: 8024391152928
Label: Frontiers Records
Release Date: 12.12.25
Format: CD