It's Hard
The Who · 1982
70 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · R&B
A blend of polished rock anthems and introspective ballads that reflect the band's evolving artistry.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective late-night listening
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- thoughtful introspection moments
Where this album fits
- Themes
- post-Moon transition· social commentary· personal love stories
- Career context
- Released on September 4, 1982, 'It's Hard' was The Who's first studio album in over three years, marking a transition for the band after the death of drummer Keith Moon. With diminished commercial success compared to their earlier work, this album showcased the surviving members' struggle to adapt to a changing music landscape while still trying to maintain their distinctive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Kinks· Led Zeppelin· The Rolling Stones
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) by David Bowie — Explores personal and societal themes with a polished blend of rock and introspective moments.Abacab by Genesis — Features a mix of anthemic rock and reflective ballads, mirroring the transition era for bands.Ghost in the Machine by The Police — Combines social commentary with melodic rock, showcasing emotional depth and polished production.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Athena 3:47
- 2 It’s Your Turn 3:40
- 3 Cooks County 3:52
- 4 It’s Hard 3:50
- 5 Dangerous 3:34
- 6 Eminence Front 5:39
- 7 I’ve Known No War 5:56
- 8 One Life’s Enough 2:21
- 9 One at a Time 3:18
- 10 Why Did I Fall for That 3:56
- 11 A Man Is a Man 3:55
- 12 Cry If You Want 5:23
- 13 It’s Hard (live) 4:56
- 14 Eminence Front (live) 5:43
- 15 Dangerous (live) 3:48
- 16 Cry If You Want (live) 7:12
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