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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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