Point Blank
Bonfire · 1989
57 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal
A potent mix of anthemic choruses and gritty guitar riffs defining late '80s hard rock.
Why this album works
'Point Blank' solidified Bonfire's place in the German heavy metal landscape, receiving positive reviews that praised its energetic sound. The album helped them gain traction internationally, contributing to the burgeoning popularity of hair metal during this era.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys engaging anthemic choruses
- Context
- Released in January 1989, 'Point Blank' was Bonfire's second studio album, following their debut 'Don't Touch the Light' from 1986. At this point, the band was establishing its presence in the heavy metal scene of West Germany, aiming to build on their initial success with more polished production and songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Iris· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bang Down the Door Standout 3:18
- 2 Waste No Time 3:12
- 3 Hard on Me 3:06
- 4 Why Is It Never Enough Standout 4:10
- 5 Tony's Roulette 4:44
- 6 Minestrone 0:57
- 7 You're Back 3:10
- 8 Look of Love 4:41
- 9 The Price of Loving You 3:04
- 10 Freedom Is My Belief 3:42
- 11 Gimme Some 3:16
- 12 Say Goodbye 3:42
- 13 Never Surrender Standout 4:59
- 14 (20th Century) Youth Patrol 3:23
- 15 Jungle Call 0:29
- 16 Know Right Now 3:51
- 17 Who's Foolin' Who 3:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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