It's a Business Doing Pleasure cover

It's a Business Doing Pleasure

Helix · 1993

41 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A hard-hitting mix of melodic rock and catchy hooks, embodying the essence of early '90s Canadian rock.

Why this album works

The album features the hit single 'That Day Is Gonna Come,' which received significant radio play and contributed to Helix's enduring popularity in Canada. Although it did not achieve major international success, its blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities resonated with fans and showcased the band's adaptability during a challenging era for traditional rock music.
Best for
steady mid-tempo sing-alongs nostalgic reflections on relationships catchy hooks for road trips
Context
Released in 1993, 'It's a Business Doing Pleasure' was Helix's sixth studio album, following the band's commercial peak with 'No Rest for the Wicked' in 1983. At this point in their career, they were attempting to maintain relevance in a rapidly changing rock landscape dominated by grunge and alternative sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Holograf

Tracklist

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

  • 1 That Day Is Gonna Come Standout 5:17
  • 2 Tug-O-War 3:41
  • 3 Wrong Side Of Bed 4:15
  • 4 Can't Even Afford to Die 4:05
  • 5 Misery Loves Company Standout 3:53
  • 6 Look Me Straight In the Heart 4:08
  • 7 Trust the Feeling 5:09
  • 8 Love Is a Crazy Game 4:20
  • 9 Sleepin' in the Doghouse Again 3:30
  • 10 Mad Mad World Standout 3:24

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