What makes Welcome to the Club by Kick Axe notable?

The album reached notable chart positions, particularly in Canada, and featured the hit single 'Feels Good, Don't Stop,' which became a staple in their live performances. Its blend of glam and heavy metal elements also influenced subsequent Canadian rock acts during the mid-80s. Released as Kick Axe's second studio album, Welcome to the Club arrived in a pivotal moment following their debut, Vices, which had garnered them initial recognition. At this point, the band was establishing their presence in the heavy metal scene, aiming to solidify their sound and expand their fanbase.

How many songs are on Welcome to the Club?

Welcome to the Club has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Welcome to the Club

Kick Axe · 1985

41 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal

Heavy guitar riffs meld with anthemic choruses, encapsulating the spirit of 80s glam metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Welcome to the Club — The title track sets the tone for the album with its infectious hook and energetic instrumentation, embodying the band's party anthem ethos.
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Feels Good, Don't Stop — This song became one of Kick Axe's most recognizable hits, showcasing catchy melodies and a vibrant chorus that captured the carefree spirit of the decade.
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Too Loud... Too Old — With its tongue-in-cheek lyrics and driving beat, this track critiques aging rockers while maintaining an upbeat sound that resonates with fans of classic metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production typical of its genre but lacks standout moments that elevate it.

What we noticed

Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies and prominent solos, typical of the glam metal style, particularly in 'Comin' After You' and 'Hellraisers'.
The last three tracks shift slightly in lyrical themes, exploring more introspective content while maintaining the heavy instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Welcome to the Club 4:49
2 Feels Good, Don't Stop 3:21
3 Comin' After You 4:59
4 Make Your Move 3:52
5 Never Let Go 5:18
6 Hellraisers 4:20
7 Can't Take It With You 3:42
8 Too Loud... Too Old 2:52
9 Feel the Power 3:49
10 With a Little Help From My Friends 4:34

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