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Taken by Force

Scorpions · 1977

48 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A blend of hard rock and heavy metal infused with theatrical flair and melodic craftsmanship.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic energy flow throughout
  • theatrical flair in melodies
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • cathartic moments of release
  • for evening drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 1, 1977, 'Taken by Force' is the fifth studio album by Scorpions. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from their earlier sound towards a more polished hard rock style that would later define their success in the 1980s.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Accept· Iron Maiden

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Steamrock Fever 3:36
  • 2 We’ll Burn the Sky 6:26
  • 3 I’ve Got to Be Free 4:01
  • 4 The Riot of Your Time 4:09
  • 5 The Sails of Charon 4:23
  • 6 Your Light 4:28
  • 7 He’s a Woman - She’s a Man 3:15
  • 8 Born to Touch Your Feelings 7:40
  • 9 Suspender Love 3:19
  • 10 Polar Nights (live) 6:55

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