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Rock the Block

Krokus · 2003

55 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A high-energy mix of hard rock anthems and heavy metal riffs, charged with nostalgic fervor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo anthems
  • nostalgic sing-along energy
  • party-ready tracks for gatherings
  • empowering choruses to raise spirits
  • focused listening with consistent flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, reflective music
  • seek intricate, layered compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Rock the Block' was released in 2003, Krokus was experiencing a resurgence after years of fluctuating popularity since their peak in the 1980s. This album marked their return to the studio following a seven-year hiatus after 'Round 13' in 1995, positioning them once again in the hard rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Accept· Scorpions· Judas Priest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mad World 3:56
  • 2 Leading the Pack 3:34
  • 3 I Want It All 4:08
  • 4 Open Fire 5:09
  • 5 One for All 3:36
  • 6 Looking to America 4:11
  • 7 Go My Way 4:14
  • 8 Hot Shot 3:34
  • 9 Raise Your Hands 3:53
  • 10 Night of the Snakes 3:32
  • 11 Throwing Her China 4:11
  • 12 We’ll Rise 4:56
  • 13 Freedom 3:52
  • 14 Rock the Block 2:28

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