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Return to Forever

Scorpions · 2015

74 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A vibrant return to classic hard rock, blending melodic hooks with powerful guitar riffs and anthemic choruses.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 6 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, showcasing Scorpions' enduring appeal. Additionally, it received positive reviews from critics who praised its nostalgic sound while still feeling fresh, solidifying the band's status in contemporary rock music.
Best for
an energetic party atmosphere anthemic choruses for sing-alongs dynamic shifts in intensity
Context
Released on February 20, 2015, 'Return to Forever' marked Scorpions' first studio album in nearly a decade, following their 2007 effort 'Humanity: Hour I'. This album came during a time when the band was celebrating its 50th anniversary, reaffirming their legacy in the hard rock genre while introducing new material.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Iris· Ozzy Osbourne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Going Out With a Bang Standout 3:47
  • 2 We Built This House Standout 3:54
  • 3 Rock My Car 3:21
  • 4 House of Cards 5:06
  • 5 All for One 2:58
  • 6 Rock ’n’ Roll Band 3:55
  • 7 Catch Your Luck and Play 3:33
  • 8 Rollin’ Home 4:04
  • 9 Hard Rockin’ the Place 4:07
  • 10 Eye of the Storm Standout 4:28
  • 11 The Scratch 3:41
  • 12 Gypsy Life 4:52
  • 13 The World We Used to Know 3:52
  • 14 Dancing With the Moonlight 3:42
  • 15 When the Truth Is a Lie 4:28
  • 16 Who We Are 2:33
  • 17 Crazy Ride 4:22
  • 18 One and One Is Three 4:23
  • 19 Delirious 2:58

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