Kingdom of Desire
Toto · 1992
73 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock
A blend of hard rock and polished pop that captures the essence of early '90s musical ambition.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing with varied intensity for reflective late nights
- Context
- Released on September 7, 1992, 'Kingdom of Desire' was Toto's seventh studio album and came after a five-year hiatus since their previous release, 'The Seventh One'. At this point in their career, they were navigating changing musical landscapes while striving to maintain their signature sound amidst evolving rock trends.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock
Kingdom of Desire is an album by Toto, released in 1992. A blend of hard rock and polished pop that captures the essence of early '90s musical ambition. 'Kingdom of Desire' is notable for showcasing Toto's musical versatility and features the hit single 'Don't Chain My Heart', which helped the album reach No. 24 on the Billboard 200. The record marked a return to form for the band, leading to renewed interest and solidifying their place in the rock genre during a challenging era for established acts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kingdom of Desire sound like?
A blend of hard rock and polished pop that captures the essence of early '90s musical ambition. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes Kingdom of Desire by Toto notable?
'Kingdom of Desire' is notable for showcasing Toto's musical versatility and features the hit single 'Don't Chain My Heart', which helped the album reach No. 24 on the Billboard 200. The record marked a return to form for the band, leading to renewed interest and solidifying their place in the rock genre during a challenging era for established acts. Released on September 7, 1992, 'Kingdom of Desire' was Toto's seventh studio album and came after a five-year hiatus since their previous release, 'The Seventh One'. At this point in their career, they were navigating changing musical landscapes while striving to maintain their signature sound amidst evolving rock trends.
Who is Kingdom of Desire for?
Kingdom of Desire works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing with varied intensity and for reflective late nights.
How many songs are on Kingdom of Desire?
Kingdom of Desire has 13 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Gypsy Train Standout 6:45
- 2 Don’t Chain My Heart Standout 4:45
- 3 Never Enough 5:44
- 4 How Many Times 5:42
- 5 2 Hearts 5:13
- 6 Wings of Time 7:29
- 7 She Knows the Devil 5:28
- 8 The Other Side 4:40
- 9 Only You 4:28
- 10 Kick Down the Walls 4:54
- 11 Kingdom of Desire Standout 7:17
- 12 Jake to the Bone 7:09
- 13 Little Wing (live) 4:15
Release Date
September 7, 1992
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
73 min 55 sec
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