Unchain the Night
Dokken · 1986
48 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, creating anthemic hard rock that defines the glam metal era.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo anthemic energy sing-along choruses with friends nostalgic reflections on youth
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Unchain the Night' was Dokken's third studio album, following the success of 'Tooth and Nail'. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the glam metal scene, building on their growing popularity from previous albums and expanding their fanbase.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal
Unchain the Night is an album by Dokken, released in 1986. Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, creating anthemic hard rock that defines the glam metal era. 'Unchain the Night' achieved commercial success by reaching No. 33 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been regarded as a quintessential album within the glam metal genre. Its tracks have influenced numerous artists in the rock scene and contributed to the band's legacy during a vibrant period for heavy metal in the mid-80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Unchain the Night sound like?
Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, creating anthemic hard rock that defines the glam metal era. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Unchain the Night by Dokken notable?
'Unchain the Night' achieved commercial success by reaching No. 33 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been regarded as a quintessential album within the glam metal genre. Its tracks have influenced numerous artists in the rock scene and contributed to the band's legacy during a vibrant period for heavy metal in the mid-80s. Released in 1986, 'Unchain the Night' was Dokken's third studio album, following the success of 'Tooth and Nail'. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the glam metal scene, building on their growing popularity from previous albums and expanding their fanbase.
Who is Unchain the Night for?
Unchain the Night works well if you're into steady mid-tempo anthemic energy, sing-along choruses with friends and nostalgic reflections on youth.
How many songs are on Unchain the Night?
Unchain the Night has 11 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Into the Fire Standout 3:55
- 2 Just Got Lucky Standout 4:35
- 3 Breaking the Chains 3:52
- 4 Alone Again Standout 4:03
- 5 The Hunter 4:03
- 6 In My Dreams 4:19
- 7 It's Not Love 4:17
- 8 Walk Away 4:29
- 9 Dream Warriors 4:50
- 10 Heaven Sent 4:53
- 11 Burning Like a Flame 4:53
Release Date
January 1, 1986
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
48 min 9 sec
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