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Prisoner of the Night

Golden Earring · 1980

36 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock

A dynamic blend of hard rock and progressive elements, propelled by sharp guitar riffs and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • introspective themes throughout
  • headphone detail exploration
  • engaging narrative flow
  • late-night reflective vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • fast-paced energy seekers
  • short song length fans

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Prisoner of the Night' marked Golden Earring's transition into a more polished sound after their international hit 'Radar Love'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its presence on the global stage, building upon a decade of success that included notable chart performances in Europe and North America.
Stylistic neighbors
The Alan Parsons Project· UFO· Thin Lizzy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Long Blond Animal 3:33
  • 2 No for an Answer 4:12
  • 3 My Town 3:07
  • 4 Prisoner of the Night 4:50
  • 5 I Don’t Wanna Be Nobody Else 4:40
  • 6 Cut ’Em Down to Size 3:22
  • 7 Will & Mercy 3:35
  • 8 Come In Outerspace 4:25
  • 9 Going Crazy Again 4:57

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata