As a solo artist, Sulton's style leans heavily in the direction of Styx and Queen, an approach that emphasizes bold, brazen melodies and a riveting rock 'n' roll style that beckons almost instantly. Sulton's voice reinforces this impression; his rich enunciation makes him a fine frontman, clearly capable of absorbing the spotlight. While he's an able composer, he's still saavy enough to toss out a well-chosen cover now and then, in this case Tim Finn's “Where Is My Soul” as well as the old Nilsson chesnut, “Remember.” Sulton's own material is equally eclectic, ranging from the regal strains of the album opener, “Sacrifice,” to the patriotic trumpeting of the equally infectious “We The People.”

With a portion of the proceeds going to the cause of Kids Against Cancer, Quid Pro Quo is well worth the investment.

Many thanks to Scott Van Dusen for forwarding this review.