Just Getting Started
Loverboy · 2007
37 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · album-oriented rock
A polished blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities, echoing the energetic spirit of classic rock.
Why this album works
'Just Getting Started' received a lukewarm commercial response but is notable for showcasing Loverboy's enduring appeal as a classic rock band. The album's single 'Just Getting Started' garnered radio play, highlighting the band's ability to remain relevant in the changing musical landscape of the mid-2000s. While it did not achieve chart-topping success, it contributed to the band's legacy and offered a glimpse into their evolution.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove feel-good sing-along moments for road trips
- Context
- When 'Just Getting Started' was released in 2007, Loverboy was experiencing a resurgence after years of sporadic activity since their commercial peak in the 1980s. This album marked their first studio effort in over a decade, following their previous release, 'Loverboy' in 1997. The band sought to reconnect with their roots while appealing to both nostalgic fans and a new audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shania Twain· Barenaked Ladies· The Guess Who· Céline Dion· Sarah McLachlan· Gordon Lightfoot· Leonard Cohen· The Tragically Hip
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Getting Started Standout 3:25
- 2 Fade to Black Standout 3:35
- 3 One of Them Days 3:27
- 4 Back for More 3:49
- 5 Lost With You Standout 3:41
- 6 I Would Die for You 3:59
- 7 The Real Thing 3:52
- 8 The One That Got Away 3:51
- 9 As Good as It Gets 3:47
- 10 Stranded 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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