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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • themes of resilience and change
  • engaging narratives throughout tracks
  • reflective moments with emotional depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy instant gratification
  • seek experimental or unpredictable sounds

Where this album fits

Career 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Watch Your Innocence 3:15
  • 2 Nothin’ Is Forever 3:37
  • 3 You’re the Only One 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 3:52
  • 8 Slender Thread of Hope 4:47
  • 9 Tell Me It’s Allright 3:42
  • 10 Circles of Confusion 3:26

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