Corridors of Power
Gary Moore · 1982
43 min · 9 tracks · blues
A vibrant fusion of blues-rock and hard rock, layered with emotive guitar solos and heartfelt vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wishing Well — This track encapsulates Moore's signature blend of bluesy riffs and soaring melodies, making it one of his most memorable songs.
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Cold Hearted — With its poignant lyrics and powerful guitar work, this song showcases Moore's emotional depth and technical prowess.
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Gonna Break My Heart Again — This track highlights Moore's ability to convey vulnerability through his passionate vocal delivery and intricate guitar solos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong guitar work and varied tempos but lacks a fully cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that contrasts with the preceding energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow
- emotional guitar moments
- reflective late-night vibes
- longer immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Moore's reputation with the hit single 'Wishing Well' and critical acclaim.
- Career context
- In 1982, Gary Moore was transitioning from his early work in Thin Lizzy to a successful solo career. 'Corridors of Power' marked his third studio album and followed the commercial success of 'Dirty Fingers', showcasing Moore's growth as a songwriter and guitarist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Bonamassa· Peter Green· Eric Clapton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dont Take Me for a Loser 4:15
- 2 Always Gonna Love You 3:55
- 3 Wishing Well 4:05
- 4 Gonna Break My Heart Again 3:17
- 5 Falling in Love With You 4:51
- 6 End of the World 6:53
- 7 Rockin’ Every Night 2:47
- 8 Cold Hearted 5:11
- 9 I Can’t Wait Until Tomorrow 7:48
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