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In the Heart of the Young

Winger · 1990

46 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · glam metal

A polished blend of hard rock and glam metal, featuring soaring vocals and infectious hooks.

Why this album works

The album peaked at number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Winger's ability to craft radio-friendly anthems amidst a competitive hard rock landscape. Tracks like 'Miles Away' became staples on rock radio, helping to define the sound of glam metal during this era.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels infectious hooks and melodies engaging mid-tempo flow
Context
In the Heart of the Young is Winger's second studio album, following their self-titled debut which was released in 1988. By this time, the band experienced significant commercial success, solidifying their presence in the glam metal scene of the late '80s and early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Ozzy Osbourne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Can’t Get Enuff 4:19
  • 2 Loosen Up 3:29
  • 3 Miles Away Standout 4:11
  • 4 Easy Come Easy Go 4:03
  • 5 Rainbow in the Rose 5:34
  • 6 In the Day We’ll Never See 4:50
  • 7 Under One Condition 4:28
  • 8 Little Dirty Blonde 3:32
  • 9 Baptized by Fire 4:11
  • 10 You Are the Saint, I Am the Sinner 3:35
  • 11 In the Heart of the Young Standout 4:37

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