Breaking All the Rules
Peter Frampton · 1981
41 min · 9 tracks · rock music
A polished blend of rock hooks and emotive balladry that showcases Frampton's melodic sensibility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- gradual emotional build throughout
- for evening drives
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1981, 'Breaking All the Rules' was Peter Frampton's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of his live record 'Frampton Comes Alive!' in 1976. At this point in his career, he was attempting to reclaim his position in the rock landscape after experiencing a decline in popularity during the late 1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Beck· Joe Satriani· Eric Clapton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dig What I Say 4:10
- 2 I Don’t Wanna Let You Go 4:21
- 3 Rise Up 3:46
- 4 Wasting the Night Away 4:12
- 5 Going to L.A. 5:57
- 6 You Kill Me 4:13
- 7 Friday on My Mind 4:18
- 8 Lost a Part of You 3:42
- 9 Breaking All the Rules 7:04
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