Blackjack cover

Released 47 years ago this June

Blackjack

Blackjack · 1979

37 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A polished blend of hard rock and melodic hooks that captures late '70s arena rock energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • for late-night drives
  • catchy anthems for sing-alongs
  • warm background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking experimental sonic landscapes
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Blackjack, the self-titled debut album released on June 18, 1979, marked a significant beginning for the band formed by former members of renowned acts like Kiss and Rainbow. At this point in their careers, the musicians were seeking to establish their own identity outside of their previous bands while aiming to capture the mainstream success associated with the hard rock genre of the time.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Holograf· Aerosmith

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Love Me Tonight 2:58
  • 2 Heart of Stone 3:57
  • 3 The Night Has Me Calling for You 4:35
  • 4 Southern Ballad 3:45
  • 5 Fallin’ 3:34
  • 6 Without Your Love 3:46
  • 7 Countin’ on You 3:38
  • 8 I’m Aware of Your Love 3:37
  • 9 For You 4:45
  • 10 Heart of Mine 2:58

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