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Rebel Soul

Bonfire · 1998

60 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

Anthemic melodies and powerful riffs collide, embodying the rebellious spirit of late '90s hard rock.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks anthemic melodies for sing-alongs rebellious spirit and energy
Context
Released in 1998, 'Rebel Soul' marked Bonfire's fifth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the hard rock scene following their breakthrough with 'Fireworks' in 1991. This album comes after a period of lineup changes, as the band sought to maintain their relevance in a shifting musical landscape dominated by grunge and alternative rock.
If you like
hard rock, heavy metal

Rebel Soul is an album by Bonfire, released in 1998. Anthemic melodies and powerful riffs collide, embodying the rebellious spirit of late '90s hard rock. 'Rebel Soul' received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and polished production, helping Bonfire secure a loyal fan base in Europe. The album peaked at number 20 on the German Albums Chart, reinforcing their status in the heavy metal genre during a time when many bands were struggling to adapt to changing musical tastes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rebel Soul sound like?

Anthemic melodies and powerful riffs collide, embodying the rebellious spirit of late '90s hard rock. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Rebel Soul by Bonfire notable?

'Rebel Soul' received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and polished production, helping Bonfire secure a loyal fan base in Europe. The album peaked at number 20 on the German Albums Chart, reinforcing their status in the heavy metal genre during a time when many bands were struggling to adapt to changing musical tastes. Released in 1998, 'Rebel Soul' marked Bonfire's fifth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the hard rock scene following their breakthrough with 'Fireworks' in 1991. This album comes after a period of lineup changes, as the band sought to maintain their relevance in a shifting musical landscape dominated by grunge and alternative rock.

Who is Rebel Soul for?

Rebel Soul works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, anthemic melodies for sing-alongs and rebellious spirit and energy.

How many songs are on Rebel Soul?

Rebel Soul has 13 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·60:17

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

  • 1 Wake Up Standout 5:38
  • 2 Just to Say We Did 5:29
  • 3 Before We Say Goodbye 4:03
  • 4 Somebody's Waiting 5:13
  • 5 Lay Your Heart on the Line 3:58
  • 6 Hearts Bleed Their Own Blood Standout 5:53
  • 7 Rock Me 'til I Die Standout 3:57
  • 8 Desire 5:23
  • 9 Good or Bad 4:02
  • 10 The First Cut Is the Deepest 4:25
  • 11 You'll Be Alright 5:48
  • 12 Dixie 3:24
  • 13 Wild Dixie 3:00

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

West Germany

Runtime

60 min 17 sec