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Released 40 years ago

The Big Prize

Honeymoon Suite · 1986

44 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

Anthemic hard rock melodies blend with emotional lyrics and vibrant guitar riffs throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • an anthemic road trip soundtrack
  • uplifting melodies for gatherings
  • emotional lyrics for connection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1986, 'The Big Prize' marked Honeymoon Suite's second studio album following their successful self-titled debut. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the Canadian rock scene and expanding their audience internationally.
Stylistic neighbors
Bryan Adams· Def Leppard· Night Ranger

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bad Attitude 5:31
  • 2 Feel It Again 4:37
  • 3 Lost and Found 4:25
  • 4 What Does It Take 4:15
  • 5 One by One 3:43
  • 6 Wounded 4:37
  • 7 Words in the Wind 4:36
  • 8 All Along You Knew 4:20
  • 9 Once the Feeling 4:32
  • 10 Take My Hand 3:41

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