Something Heavy Going Down
Golden Earring · 1984
49 min · 7 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock
A blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, filled with driving rhythms and evocative storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with engaging peaks evocative storytelling throughout tracks for evening drives
- Context
- In 1984, Golden Earring was transitioning into a new era after their major hit 'Radar Love' in the 1970s. 'Something Heavy Going Down' marked their continued evolution, showcasing a more polished sound while remaining rooted in their classic rock origins. The album was released as they were honing their identity in the international rock scene.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, classic rock
Something Heavy Going Down is an album by Golden Earring, released in 1984. A blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, filled with driving rhythms and evocative storytelling. The album features the notable track 'Twilight Zone,' which became one of the band's biggest hits and solidified their presence on international charts. Its success helped the band achieve significant radio play in various countries, contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic rock during the 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Something Heavy Going Down sound like?
A blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, filled with driving rhythms and evocative storytelling. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Something Heavy Going Down by Golden Earring notable?
The album features the notable track 'Twilight Zone,' which became one of the band's biggest hits and solidified their presence on international charts. Its success helped the band achieve significant radio play in various countries, contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic rock during the 1980s. In 1984, Golden Earring was transitioning into a new era after their major hit 'Radar Love' in the 1970s. 'Something Heavy Going Down' marked their continued evolution, showcasing a more polished sound while remaining rooted in their classic rock origins. The album was released as they were honing their identity in the international rock scene.
Who is Something Heavy Going Down for?
Something Heavy Going Down works well if you're into steady pacing with engaging peaks, evocative storytelling throughout tracks and for evening drives.
How many songs are on Something Heavy Going Down?
Something Heavy Going Down has 7 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Long Blond Animal Standout 6:15
- 2 Twilight Zone Standout 9:32
- 3 Radar Love Standout 9:26
- 4 Something Heavy Going Down 4:40
- 5 Enough Is Enough 4:10
- 6 Mission Impossible 8:40
- 7 Future 6:57
Release Date
December 1, 1984
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
49 min 40 sec
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