Rage On cover

Rage On

Dan Seals · 1988

42 min · 11 tracks · country

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and polished production, embodying the spirit of late '80s country music.

Why this album works

'Rage On' includes the hit single 'Big Wheels in the Moonlight', which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. This album is significant for its commercial success during a transformative period for country music, reflecting a shift towards more contemporary sounds while maintaining traditional storytelling themes.
Best for
steady mid-tempo storytelling flow heartfelt reflections on relationships for late-night drives
Context
Released in 1988, 'Rage On' was Dan Seals' fifth studio album, following his successful 1986 album 'In a Quiet Room'. At this point in his career, Seals had established himself as a prominent figure in country music after transitioning from the pop duo England Dan & John Ford Coley to a solo artist, which showcased his growth and adaptability in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Big Wheels in the Moonlight Standout 3:53
  • 2 They Rage On Standout 4:39
  • 3 Five Generations of Rock County Wilsons 3:13
  • 4 Twenty-Four Hour Love 4:07
  • 5 Factory Town Standout 3:48
  • 6 Addicted 4:15
  • 7 A Heartache Just Around the Bend 3:44
  • 8 Maybe I'm Missing You Now 3:21
  • 9 Fool Me Once, Fool Me Twice 3:45
  • 10 Long Long Island Nights 4:40
  • 11 Those 3:13

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