Somewhere in California
Night Ranger · 2011
54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · glam metal
A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and reflective ballads reflecting the California lifestyle.
Why this album works
'Somewhere in California' received positive reviews from critics, highlighting the band's ability to craft catchy hooks and solid musicianship. The album also peaked at number 38 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, marking a successful return for the band within the competitive hard rock scene.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs reflective moments of nostalgia anthems for carefree road trips
- Context
- Released on June 21, 2011, 'Somewhere in California' marked Night Ranger's first studio album in over a decade, following their previous release, 'Hole in the Sun' from 2007. At this point in their career, Night Ranger was revitalizing their sound and reconnecting with fans after years of lineup changes and evolving musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Holograf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Growin’ Up in California Standout 4:26
- 2 Lay It on Me 4:37
- 3 Bye Bye Baby (Not Tonight) Standout 4:35
- 4 Follow Your Heart Standout 6:46
- 5 Time of Our Lives 5:16
- 6 No Time to Lose Ya 4:30
- 7 Live for Today 6:04
- 8 It’s Not Over 4:35
- 9 End of the Day 4:08
- 10 Rock ’n’ Roll Tonite 4:12
- 11 Say It With Love 5:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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