What makes Wild in the Streets by Helix notable?

'Wild in the Streets' peaked at number 25 on the Canadian Albums Chart, showcasing Helix's commercial appeal during the late '80s hard rock boom. The album further solidified their status in the genre and featured tracks that became live staples for the band. Released in 1987, 'Wild in the Streets' was Helix's fourth studio album, coming off their breakthrough success with 'No Rest for the Wicked' in 1984. By this point, the band was establishing a solid foothold in the Canadian hard rock scene, continuing to build their reputation with catchy hooks and powerful performances.

Who is Wild in the Streets for?

Wild in the Streets works well if you're into party-ready anthems with energy, steady mid-tempo groove throughout and high-energy sing-along choruses.

How many songs are on Wild in the Streets?

Wild in the Streets has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Released 39 years ago this June

Wild in the Streets

Helix · 1987

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A raucous blend of anthemic choruses and gritty riffs defines this high-energy hard rock album.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

party-ready anthems with energy
steady mid-tempo groove throughout
high-energy sing-along choruses
feel-good tracks for celebration

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, introspective music
dislike repetitive song structures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1987, 'Wild in the Streets' was Helix's fourth studio album, coming off their breakthrough success with 'No Rest for the Wicked' in 1984. By this point, the band was establishing a solid foothold in the Canadian hard rock scene, continuing to build their reputation with catchy hooks and powerful performances.
Stylistic neighbors: Kix· Ratt· Twisted Sister