Grab It for a Second
Golden Earring · 1978
34 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock
A fusion of classic rock and Nederbeat, blending infectious melodies with hard-hitting rhythms.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove infectious melodies for sing-alongs short bursts of energetic fun
- Context
- By the time 'Grab It for a Second' was released in January 1978, Golden Earring had already established themselves in the international rock scene with their hit 'Radar Love'. This album followed their commercial peak and showcases their growing experimentation with progressive rock elements, while still retaining their hard rock roots.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, classic rock
Grab It for a Second is an album by Golden Earring, released in 1978. A fusion of classic rock and Nederbeat, blending infectious melodies with hard-hitting rhythms. 'Grab It for a Second' features the hit single 'Roxanne', which later gained immense popularity after being covered by The Police. The album's blend of genres contributed to its critical reception, solidifying Golden Earring's place in the rock landscape of the late 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Grab It for a Second sound like?
A fusion of classic rock and Nederbeat, blending infectious melodies with hard-hitting rhythms. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Grab It for a Second by Golden Earring notable?
'Grab It for a Second' features the hit single 'Roxanne', which later gained immense popularity after being covered by The Police. The album's blend of genres contributed to its critical reception, solidifying Golden Earring's place in the rock landscape of the late 1970s. By the time 'Grab It for a Second' was released in January 1978, Golden Earring had already established themselves in the international rock scene with their hit 'Radar Love'. This album followed their commercial peak and showcases their growing experimentation with progressive rock elements, while still retaining their hard rock roots.
Who is Grab It for a Second for?
Grab It for a Second works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove, infectious melodies for sing-alongs and short bursts of energetic fun.
How many songs are on Grab It for a Second?
Grab It for a Second has 8 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Movin’ Down Life Standout 3:30
- 2 Against the Grain Standout 4:30
- 3 Grab It for a Second 4:10
- 4 Cell‐29 6:39
- 5 Roxanne Standout 3:40
- 6 Leather 5:00
- 7 Temptin’ 3:42
- 8 U‐Turn Time 3:25
Release Date
January 1, 1978
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
34 min 36 sec
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