Why this album works
Vixen achieved significant commercial success with this album, reaching No. 100 on the Billboard 200 chart and producing the hit single 'Edge of a Broken Heart', which peaked at No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100. Their music video presence on MTV helped elevate their profile during the glam metal boom of the late '80s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys catchy melodic hooks
- Context
- Released in 1988, Vixen's self-titled debut album marked their entrance into the hard rock scene following their formation in 1980. This album positioned them alongside other prominent female-fronted rock acts of the time, as they sought to carve out a place in a male-dominated genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Edge of a Broken Heart Standout 4:23
- 2 I Want You to Rock Me Standout 3:29
- 3 Cryin’ Standout 3:32
- 4 American Dream 4:19
- 5 Desperate 4:17
- 6 One Night Alone 3:49
- 7 Hell Raisers 4:25
- 8 Love Made Me 3:18
- 9 Waiting 3:11
- 10 Cruisin’ 4:23
- 11 Charmed Life 4:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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