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Heart Attack

Krokus · 1988

47 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A high-octane blend of hard rock anthems with catchy hooks and electrifying guitar riffs.

Heart Attack is an album by Krokus, released in 1988. A high-octane blend of hard rock anthems with catchy hooks and electrifying guitar riffs. This album peaked at number 38 on the Billboard 200 chart and was part of Krokus's attempt to regain mainstream attention during a time when glam metal was dominating. Its energetic tracks contributed to the band's legacy within the heavy metal genre and have influenced numerous bands that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Heart Attack sound like?

A high-octane blend of hard rock anthems with catchy hooks and electrifying guitar riffs. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Heart Attack by Krokus notable?

This album peaked at number 38 on the Billboard 200 chart and was part of Krokus's attempt to regain mainstream attention during a time when glam metal was dominating. Its energetic tracks contributed to the band's legacy within the heavy metal genre and have influenced numerous bands that followed. Released in 1988, 'Heart Attack' was Krokus's follow-up to their successful album 'Change of Address' from 1986. At this point, the band had solidified their position in the hard rock scene, building on their previous commercial success while navigating changes in the music landscape of the late '80s.

How many songs are on Heart Attack?

Heart Attack has 10 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·47:12

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

  • 1 Everybody Rocks Standout 3:49
  • 2 Wild Love Standout 4:01
  • 3 Let It Go 4:31
  • 4 Winning Man 5:16
  • 5 Axx Attack 4:25
  • 6 Rock 'n' Roll Tonight Standout 3:58
  • 7 Flyin' High 4:14
  • 8 Shoot Down the Night 4:37
  • 9 Bad, Bad Girl 5:58
  • 10 Speed Up 6:21

Release Date

January 1, 1988

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

Switzerland

Runtime

47 min 12 sec