Original Sin cover

Original Sin

Pandora's Box · 1989

67 min · 14 tracks · rock music

A theatrical blend of rock and operatic grandeur, echoing the shadows of desire and rebellion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical peaks of emotion
  • dynamic journey with contrasts
  • evocative storytelling through sound
  • wave-like pacing for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • skip if seeking instant gratification
  • not for minimalistic listeners

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'Original Sin' was Pandora's Box's debut album, fronted by Meat Loaf collaborator Jim Steinman. This album marked a significant shift for Steinman, moving from his established solo work into a project that featured female vocalists, notably Lorraine Crosby. The album came at the tail end of the glam rock era, showcasing a fusion of theatrical rock and pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Daniel Lanois· ZZ Top· Christine McVie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Invocation 0:22
  • 2 Original Sin (The Natives Are Restless Tonight) 6:27
  • 3 Twentieth Century Fox 5:32
  • 4 Safe Sex 6:24
  • 5 Good Girls Go to Heaven (Bad Girls Go Everywhere) 6:25
  • 6 Requiem Metal 0:52
  • 7 I’ve Been Dreaming Up a Storm Lately 3:03
  • 8 It’s All Coming Back to Me Now 8:23
  • 9 The Opening of the Box 2:00
  • 10 The Want Ad 2:44
  • 11 My Little Red Book 4:11
  • 12 It Just Won’t Quit 6:39
  • 13 Pray Lewd 3:38
  • 14 The Future Ain’t What It Used to Be 10:32

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