Steelheart cover

Steelheart

Steelheart · 1990

55 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A powerful blend of soaring vocals and hard-hitting riffs that define the glam metal sound of the early '90s.

Why this album works

The album gained notable attention in the hard rock community, particularly with its single 'I'll Never Let You Go', which reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Steelheart's sound and style contributed to the glam metal movement, influencing later bands and helping to shape the genre's landscape during a pivotal era.
Career context
Steelheart's self-titled debut album marked a significant moment for the band as they emerged in the glam metal scene at the dawn of the 1990s. Released on January 1, 1990, it came during a time when the genre was reaching its commercial peak, showcasing frontman Miljenko Matijevic's impressive vocal range and establishing their presence alongside contemporaries like Poison and Bon Jovi.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Love Ain’t Easy Standout 3:40
  • 2 Can’t Stop Me Lovin’ You 5:07
  • 3 Like Never Before 4:45
  • 4 I’ll Never Let You Go 5:06
  • 5 Everybody Loves Eileen 6:21
  • 6 Sheila 7:42
  • 7 Gimme Gimme 5:24
  • 8 Rock’n Roll (I Just Wanna) 4:12
  • 9 She’s Gone 6:32
  • 10 Down n’ Dirty 6:44

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata