Escape cover

Escape

Journey · 1981

42 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · arena rock

Anthemic melodies and soaring vocals intertwine with powerful instrumentation, creating a quintessential arena rock experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • uplifting sing-along moments
  • immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 17, 1981, 'Escape' was Journey's fifth studio album and marked their commercial peak. Following the success of their previous album 'Departure,' this record solidified their status in rock music and featured a lineup that included lead vocalist Steve Perry at the height of his powers.
Stylistic neighbors
Foreigner· Boston· Styx

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don’t Stop Believin’ 4:10
  • 2 Stone in Love 4:26
  • 3 Who’s Crying Now 5:00
  • 4 Keep On Runnin’ 3:39
  • 5 Still They Ride 3:48
  • 6 Escape 5:16
  • 7 Lay It Down 4:13
  • 8 Dead or Alive 3:20
  • 9 Mother, Father 5:28
  • 10 Open Arms 3:22

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata