Paradox
Steppenwolf · 1984
38 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · psychedelic rock
A blend of hard rock grit and bluesy melodies, echoing themes of resilience and change.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience themes of resilience and change engaging narratives throughout tracks
- Context
- When 'Paradox' was released in 1984, Steppenwolf was undergoing a resurgence, marking their first studio album in over four years. This period followed the band's initial breakup and featured a lineup that included original frontman John Kay, aiming to recapture their earlier sound while exploring new musical directions.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, psychedelic rock
Paradox is an album by Steppenwolf, released in 1984. A blend of hard rock grit and bluesy melodies, echoing themes of resilience and change. Although 'Paradox' did not achieve significant commercial success, it represented a crucial attempt for Steppenwolf to reconnect with their audience during a time when classic rock was evolving. The album's exploration of contemporary themes resonated with fans and highlighted the band's enduring legacy in the rock genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Paradox sound like?
A blend of hard rock grit and bluesy melodies, echoing themes of resilience and change. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Paradox by Steppenwolf notable?
Although 'Paradox' did not achieve significant commercial success, it represented a crucial attempt for Steppenwolf to reconnect with their audience during a time when classic rock was evolving. The album's exploration of contemporary themes resonated with fans and highlighted the band's enduring legacy in the rock genre. When 'Paradox' was released in 1984, Steppenwolf was undergoing a resurgence, marking their first studio album in over four years. This period followed the band's initial breakup and featured a lineup that included original frontman John Kay, aiming to recapture their earlier sound while exploring new musical directions.
Who is Paradox for?
Paradox works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, themes of resilience and change and engaging narratives throughout tracks.
How many songs are on Paradox?
Paradox has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Watch Your Innocence 3:15
- 2 Nothin’ Is Forever Standout 3:37
- 3 You’re the Only One Standout 5:10
- 4 The Fixer 2:52
- 5 Give Me News I Can Use 3:46
- 6 Only the Strong Survive 3:35
- 7 Ain’t Nothing Like It Used to Be Standout 3:52
- 8 Slender Thread of Hope 4:47
- 9 Tell Me It’s Allright 3:42
- 10 Circles of Confusion 3:26
Release Date
January 1, 1984
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 7 sec
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