Breaking the Chains cover

Breaking the Chains

Dokken · 1983

36 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal

A raucous blend of soaring melodies and gritty riffs fueled by the exuberance of the early glam metal scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, energetic listening bursts
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • live performance excitement
  • motivational anthem vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as Dokken's debut studio album, 'Breaking the Chains' marked the band's emergence in the hard rock scene after forming in 1978. At this time, they were still building their reputation, having gained some traction with live performances but not yet achieving widespread recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Ratt· Twisted Sister· Scorpions

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Breaking the Chains 3:50
  • 2 In the Middle 3:43
  • 3 Felony 3:07
  • 4 I Can't See You 3:11
  • 5 Live to Rock (Rock to Live) 3:38
  • 6 Nightrider 3:13
  • 7 Seven Thunders 3:56
  • 8 Young Girls 3:14
  • 9 Stick to Your Guns 3:24
  • 10 Paris Is Burning (live) 5:08

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