Back to Reality cover

Back to Reality

Slaughter · 1999

47 min · 12 tracks · hard rock

Glamorous hard rock riffs intertwine with anthemic choruses, delivering a vibrant and energetic listening experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    All Fired Up — This track encapsulates the high-energy spirit of the album, featuring powerful vocals and an infectious chorus that invites listeners to revel in its exuberance.
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    Take Me Away — With its melodic hooks and heartfelt lyrics, this song demonstrates Slaughter's ability to balance hard rock with emotional depth, appealing to both fans of the genre and newcomers alike.
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    Love Is Forever — The extended duration of this ballad allows for a nuanced exploration of romance and longing, showcasing the band's versatility beyond typical glam rock themes.
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    Dangerous — This track stands out with its aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythm, embodying the raw energy that characterizes much of Slaughter's work while appealing to a heavier rock audience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energetic anthems for celebrations
  • upbeat tracks for road trips
  • catchy choruses for sing-alongs
  • quick bursts of vibrant energy

Maybe skip if you

  • slow-paced reflective moments
  • subtle intricacies for deep listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 1999, 'Back to Reality' was Slaughter's third studio album, following their successful 'Fear No Evil' from 1997. At this stage, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape as grunge and alternative rock began to dominate the charts, making their glam metal sound feel increasingly nostalgic.
Stylistic neighbors
Warrant· FireHouse· Poison

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Killin Time 3:58
  • 2 All Fired Up 4:32
  • 3 Take Me Away 4:04
  • 4 Dangerous 3:48
  • 5 Trailer Park Boogie 3:15
  • 6 Love Is Forever 6:00
  • 7 Bad Groove 3:32
  • 8 On My Own 5:01
  • 9 Silence of Ba 2:36
  • 10 Headin for a Dream 4:56
  • 11 Nothin Left to Lose 3:42
  • 12 Shufflin 2:22

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