Black 'N Blue
Black 'N Blue · 1984
39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
An explosive blend of glam metal and hard rock that embodies the exuberance of the 1980s.
Why this album works
'Black 'N Blue' helped to establish the band within the glam metal genre, contributing to the popularization of this style during the mid-80s. The album received positive reviews from publications such as Kerrang! and was instrumental in securing their place on tours with major acts like Kiss and Alice Cooper.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys motivational workout background
- Context
- Released on August 2, 1984, 'Black 'N Blue' was Black 'N Blue's self-titled debut album, introducing their sound just as glam metal began to ascend in popularity. Following their formation in 1981, they aimed to carve out a niche within the burgeoning hair metal scene, which included contemporaries like Mötley Crüe and Poison.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Dokken
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Strong Will Rock 4:02
- 2 School of Hard Knocks 3:55
- 3 Autoblast 3:49
- 4 Hold On to 18 Standout 4:09
- 5 Wicked Bitch Standout 4:14
- 6 Action 3:35
- 7 Show Me the Night 4:00
- 8 One for the Money 4:16
- 9 I’m the King 3:39
- 10 Chains Around Heaven Standout 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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