Total Control
John Norum · 1987
40 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · traditional heavy metal
A vibrant blend of blues rock and glam metal, driven by soaring melodies and electrifying guitar solos.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout soaring melodies for sing-alongs vibrant energy for road trips
- Context
- Total Control is John Norum's debut solo album, released in 1987 after his tenure with the Swedish hard rock band Europe. At this point, Norum was transitioning from band member to solo artist, showcasing his songwriting abilities and guitar prowess outside the context of Europe’s pop-metal sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, blues rock, traditional heavy metal
Total Control is an album by John Norum, released in 1987. A vibrant blend of blues rock and glam metal, driven by soaring melodies and electrifying guitar solos. The album marked a significant shift for Norum, allowing him to explore a more personal musical direction. While it didn't achieve the commercial success of Europe's albums, it received positive reviews for its musicianship, notably influencing the Swedish rock scene and establishing Norum as a formidable guitarist in his own right. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Total Control sound like?
A vibrant blend of blues rock and glam metal, driven by soaring melodies and electrifying guitar solos. Rooted in hard rock and blues rock.
What makes Total Control by John Norum notable?
The album marked a significant shift for Norum, allowing him to explore a more personal musical direction. While it didn't achieve the commercial success of Europe's albums, it received positive reviews for its musicianship, notably influencing the Swedish rock scene and establishing Norum as a formidable guitarist in his own right. Total Control is John Norum's debut solo album, released in 1987 after his tenure with the Swedish hard rock band Europe. At this point, Norum was transitioning from band member to solo artist, showcasing his songwriting abilities and guitar prowess outside the context of Europe’s pop-metal sound.
Who is Total Control for?
Total Control works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, soaring melodies for sing-alongs and vibrant energy for road trips.
How many songs are on Total Control?
Total Control has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let Me Love You 3:21
- 2 Love Is Meant to Last Forever 3:39
- 3 Too Many Hearts Standout 3:11
- 4 Someone Else Here 4:11
- 5 Eternal Flame 3:13
- 6 Back on the Streets Standout 4:09
- 7 Blind 3:52
- 8 Law of Life 4:21
- 9 We’ll Do What It Takes Together 3:24
- 10 In Chase of the Wind 3:00
- 11 Wild One Standout 4:18
Release Date
January 1, 1987
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
40 min 44 sec
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