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Whitesnake

Whitesnake · 1987

42 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · blues rock

Explosive guitar riffs intertwined with powerful vocals create a quintessential hard rock experience.

Why this album works

The album reached number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and included several hits that became staples of rock radio. Notably, 'Here I Go Again' won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance and has been covered extensively, influencing countless artists and bands in the hard rock genre.
Best for
steady melodic journey throughout explosive riffs for driving energy sing-along choruses with friends
Context
By the time 'Whitesnake' was released in April 1987, the band had achieved significant success with their prior album, 'Slide It In.' This self-titled album marked a commercial peak for Whitesnake, propelling them into mainstream rock stardom and solidifying their presence in the late '80s rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Guess Who· Eric Burdon· Aerosmith
If this clicks, go next to
Slip of the Tongue — Continues with powerful vocals and guitar-driven sound, expanding on the 1987 energy.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Crying in the Rain".

  • 1 Crying in the Rain Start here 5:37
  • 2 Bad Boys 4:08
  • 3 Still of the Night 6:41
  • 4 Here I Go Again Standout 4:35
  • 5 Give Me All Your Love 3:30
  • 6 Is This Love Standout 4:45
  • 7 Children of the Night 4:24
  • 8 Straight for the Heart 3:40
  • 9 Don’t Turn Away 5:11

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