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Headhunter

Krokus · 1983

37 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A thunderous blend of hard rock and heavy metal that energizes with fierce riffs and anthemic choruses.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady adrenaline for road trips
  • fierce anthems for workout motivation
  • nighttime energy for gatherings
  • cathartic release of pent-up energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow, soft sounds
  • seek delicate, intricate compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Headhunter' was released in 1983, Krokus was transitioning from their earlier success in the late 1970s to a more polished sound. This album marked their first collaboration with producer Kevin Elson, who had previously worked with Journey, signaling a shift towards a more commercially viable approach. Positioned as their sixth studio album, it aimed to capitalize on the growing popularity of heavy metal in the early '80s.
Stylistic neighbors
Accept· Scorpions· Judas Priest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Headhunter 4:31
  • 2 Eat the Rich 4:16
  • 3 Screaming in the Night 6:40
  • 4 Ready to Burn 3:55
  • 5 Night Wolf 4:10
  • 6 Stayed Awake All Night 4:44
  • 7 Stand and be Counted 4:09
  • 8 White Din 1:48
  • 9 Russian Winter 3:32

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