Out of the Night cover

Out of the Night

Great White · 1983

29 min · 9 tracks · hard rock

A raw, energetic hard rock debut that captures the spirit of early '80s rock with gritty riffs and powerful vocals.

Why this album works

'Out of the Night' is significant for introducing Great White to the hard rock genre, showcasing their potential and helping them gain a dedicated following. The album laid groundwork for their later hits, contributing to the glam metal movement that dominated the charts during the mid-1980s.
Best for
short energetic bursts of sound raw power for high-energy moments fast-paced tracks for quick listens
Context
Released in January 1983, 'Out of the Night' marked Great White's debut album, establishing their sound as part of the burgeoning hard rock scene. This release came before the band found mainstream success with their later albums, paving the way for their commercial breakthrough in the late '80s.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Out of the Night Standout 2:15
  • 2 On Your Knees Standout 4:18
  • 3 Last Time 3:42
  • 4 No Way 2:57
  • 6 Out of the Night Standout 2:15
  • 7 On Your Knees Standout 4:18
  • 8 Last Time 3:42
  • 9 No Way 2:57
  • 10 Dead End Standout 3:31

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