Released 30 years ago
Peace of Mind
Michael Monroe · 1996
40 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A raw blend of punk energy and melodic rock hooks, capturing the restless spirit of the mid-'90s music scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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Where's the Fire John? — This opening track sets an urgent tone with its driving rhythm and catchy chorus, epitomizing Monroe's ability to fuse punk intensity with melodic sensibility.
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Machine Gun Etiquette — Offering a frenetic pace and sharp lyrics, this track showcases Monroe's punk roots while addressing themes of societal disillusionment.
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Peace of Mind — The title track serves as an introspective moment on the album, balancing its energetic tracks with a reflective melody that highlights Monroe's lyrical depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- gritty anthems for rebellious spirits
- short tracks for quick engagement
- catchy melodies with raw energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek polished, radio-friendly sound
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Peace of Mind was Michael Monroe's third solo album, following his successful debut, Not Fakin' It. At this point in his career, Monroe was solidifying his post-Hanoi Rocks identity, channeling influences from glam rock and punk into a more personal sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hanoi Rocks· The Wildhearts· L.A. Guns
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Always Right
The verse shifts perspective to critique self-righteousness in relationships without naming specific individuals.
This structural choice creates an inclusive atmosphere where listeners can reflect on their own experiences of conflict and misunderstanding.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Where's the Fire John? 4:05
- 2 Make It Go Away 3:01
- 3 Machine Gun Etiquette 1:55
- 4 Always Right 5:21
- 5 Relationshipwrecked 3:55
- 6 Loneliness Loves Me More 3:55
- 7 Kick Out the Jams 2:24
- 8 Not Anymore 3:38
- 9 Rent Free 2:46
- 10 Peace of Mind 2:02
- 11 I Wanna Be With You 3:28
- 12 It's a Lie 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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