Big City Nights
Scorpions · 1998
50 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal
A powerful blend of hard rock anthems and emotive ballads reflecting the band's enduring legacy.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its inclusion of live versions of Scorpions' most iconic songs, which contributed to its commercial success. It peaked at No. 2 on the German Albums Chart and solidified the band's reputation as one of the leading acts in the hard rock genre during the late '90s, further influencing emerging rock bands.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo energy sing-along anthems with friends emotive ballads for reflection
- Context
- In 1998, Scorpions were riding the wave of their extensive career, following their acclaimed album 'Face the Heat' from 1993. 'Big City Nights' encapsulates their transition into a more polished hard rock sound while celebrating their classic hits in live formats. This album marked a period of sustained popularity for the band, allowing them to reconnect with both old fans and new audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Iris· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Big City Nights Standout 4:08
- 2 Animal Magnetism 5:57
- 3 Send Me an Angel Standout 4:33
- 4 Rock You Like a Hurricane (live) Standout 4:19
- 5 Still Loving You (live) 5:52
- 6 No One Like You (live) 4:10
- 7 Wind of Change (live) 5:48
- 8 Kicks After Six 3:49
- 9 Rhythm of Love 3:49
- 10 No Pain No Gain 3:55
- 11 Can’t Live Without You 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.