Shadowlife
Dokken · 1997
52 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
A blend of hard rock grit and melodic hooks, showcasing Dokken's signature sound with a modern twist.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions thoughtful introspective moments
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Shadowlife' marked Dokken's return after a five-year hiatus following their album 'Dysfunctional.' At this point, the band was navigating the changing musical landscape of the late '90s while attempting to maintain their core identity amidst shifting trends in rock music.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal
Shadowlife is an album by Dokken, released in 1997. A blend of hard rock grit and melodic hooks, showcasing Dokken's signature sound with a modern twist. 'Shadowlife' is notable for its commercial performance, reaching No. 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, and it represented a bridge between their classic glam metal roots and more contemporary rock influences. The album also received mixed reviews, reflecting the challenges faced by established bands in adapting to the evolving music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shadowlife sound like?
A blend of hard rock grit and melodic hooks, showcasing Dokken's signature sound with a modern twist. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Shadowlife by Dokken notable?
'Shadowlife' is notable for its commercial performance, reaching No. 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, and it represented a bridge between their classic glam metal roots and more contemporary rock influences. The album also received mixed reviews, reflecting the challenges faced by established bands in adapting to the evolving music scene. Released in 1997, 'Shadowlife' marked Dokken's return after a five-year hiatus following their album 'Dysfunctional.' At this point, the band was navigating the changing musical landscape of the late '90s while attempting to maintain their core identity amidst shifting trends in rock music.
Who is Shadowlife for?
Shadowlife works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and thoughtful introspective moments.
How many songs are on Shadowlife?
Shadowlife has 13 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Puppet on a String Standout 4:22
- 2 Cracks in the Ground 5:01
- 3 Sky Beneath My Feet 4:36
- 4 Until I Know 2:18
- 5 Hello 3:13
- 6 Convenience Store Messiah Standout 4:28
- 7 I Feel 4:24
- 8 Here I Stand 4:43
- 9 Hard to Believe 4:29
- 10 Sweet Life 4:23
- 11 Bitter Regret Standout 3:59
- 12 I Don't Mind 3:18
- 13 Until I Know (Slight Return) 2:41
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
52 min 1 sec
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