Giant - Stand And Deliver (2025) Hi-Res

Giant's 2025 album, Stand And Deliver, marks a new chapter for the melodic rock band. Featuring a revitalized lineup including Kent Hilli on vocals and Jimmy Westerlund on guitars alongside founding members David Huff and Mike Brignardello, the album has been met with reviews highlighting its adherence to the band's signature sound. Metal Express Radio describes the album as an "excellent addition to Giant's catalog," noting that listeners might "think it's a long lost gem from the '80s." KNAC.COM gives the album a 5.0 out of 5.0 rating, stating that "Stand And Deliver is further proof that GIANT have the sturdy shoulders to withstand any musical trend."

Reviewers frequently commend the performance of the new members. HeadBangers Lifestyle notes that the lineup "injects fresh energy into their signature sound," with Hilli displaying "insane reach and versatility." Metal Planet Music states that Jimmy Westerlund "does a very credible job here," sometimes sounding "uncannily Huff-like during the monumental guitar playout." Get Ready to ROCK! observes that Westerlund "plays some absolutely heroic solos, all measured to tribute the band's legendary" past.

The album's production and songwriting also receive positive mentions. Metal Planet Music finds the production and mix to be "cleaner and clearer without the annoying over-compression." Get Ready to ROCK! points out that three songs are resurrected co-writes between Dann Huff and the late Mark Spiro, providing "Continuity of a kind, connecting the past and the present." Sentinel Daily calls the album "a record that so totally respects the band's legacy whilst adding freshness and vigour."

Overall, Stand And Deliver is seen by many reviewers as a strong return for Giant, successfully capturing the essence of their classic melodic rock sound with a fresh perspective provided by the new lineup.