Bad for Good
Jim Steinman · 1981
61 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A theatrical rock odyssey filled with grandiose arrangements and Steinman's signature dramatic flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical peaks and valleys
- immersive storytelling through music
- cathartic emotional climaxes
- dynamic journey with contrasts
- late-night dramatic reflections
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike theatrical musical experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Bad for Good' was Jim Steinman’s debut solo album following his success as a songwriter and producer for Meat Loaf. At this point in his career, he had already crafted iconic hits like 'Bat Out of Hell', making this album a significant transition from collaborator to solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- ZZ Top· Christine McVie· Holograf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad for Good 8:45
- 2 Lost Boys and Golden Girls 4:36
- 3 Love and Death and an American Guitar 2:38
- 4 Stark Raving Love 7:23
- 5 Rock and Roll Dreams Come Through 6:29
- 6 Out of the Frying Pan (and Into the Fire) 6:12
- 7 Surf's Up 5:25
- 8 Dance in My Pants 7:58
- 9 Left in the Dark 7:12
- 10 The Storm 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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