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Released 30 years ago

Trial by Fire

Journey · 1996

71 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · arena rock

Melodic rock anthems blend heartfelt lyrics with soaring vocals, encapsulating Journey's signature sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing and flow
  • heartfelt lyrical reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1996, 'Trial by Fire' came after a lengthy hiatus for Journey following their 1996 album 'Raised on Radio'. This was the band's first album to feature lead vocalist Steve Augeri, marking a significant transition as they sought to revitalize their sound and reconnect with fans after years of lineup changes.
Stylistic neighbors
Foreigner· Boston· Styx

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Message of Love 5:36
  • 2 One More 5:28
  • 3 When You Love a Woman 4:08
  • 4 If He Should Break Your Heart 4:23
  • 5 Forever in Blue 3:36
  • 6 Castles Burning 6:00
  • 7 Don't Be Down on Me Baby 4:02
  • 8 Still She Cries 5:04
  • 9 Colors of the Spirit 5:36
  • 10 When I Think of You 4:22
  • 11 Easy to Fall 5:16
  • 12 Can't Tame the Lion 4:33
  • 13 It's Just the Rain 5:14
  • 14 Trial by Fire 5:09
  • 15 Baby I'm a Leavin' You 2:48

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