Alias
Alias · 1990
48 min · 11 tracks · glam metal
Glamorous melodies intertwine with emotive lyrics, creating a polished rock soundscape that captures the essence of early '90s rock.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'More Than Words Can Say', which gained notable radio play and charted on various Billboard charts, showcasing Alias's potential within the glam metal genre. Additionally, this release helped define their sound and cemented their place in the Canadian rock scene during a pivotal moment for glam metal.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening flow emotive lyrics for reflection polished sound for nostalgia
- Context
- Alias released their self-titled debut album in 1990, marking the band's first significant foray into the glam metal scene after forming in the late '80s. The album came at a time when glam metal was reaching its commercial peak, allowing Alias to capitalize on the genre's popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Hanoi Rocks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Say What I Wanna Say 4:45
- 2 Haunted Heart Standout 3:52
- 3 Waiting for Love 4:37
- 4 The Power 4:26
- 5 Heroes Standout 5:23
- 6 What to Do 4:18
- 7 After All the Love Is Gone 4:16
- 8 More Than Words Can Say Standout 3:54
- 9 One More Chance 3:37
- 10 True Emotion 4:59
- 11 Standing in the Darkness 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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