4 Rare 80s Albums [part 98] Aor, Rock «2027»
Despite having a high-budget sound, the album was released on the small MCA Camel label, which went bankrupt shortly after the record's release. This limited its distribution significantly, making original vinyl and CD copies extremely difficult to find for decades.
The "4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 98]" series highlights deep-cut AOR and rock gems that often escaped mainstream radio but remain highly prized by collectors. A particularly interesting piece from this era is the self-titled 1983 release by . The "Fortune" Story (1985) 4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 98] AOR, Rock
While often associated with mid-80s AOR, debut is a cornerstone for "cult" melodic rock fans. Despite having a high-budget sound, the album was
A short-lived project by legendary songwriters Tom Kelly and Billy Steinberg, who wrote hits like "Like a Virgin" and "Alone". This album features session legends from Toto and Journey. A particularly interesting piece from this era is
A fictionalized "lost classic" often used in modern AOR tributes to capture the specific 1980s Bay Area sound.
It is often cited alongside giants like Journey and Foreigner for its lush keyboards, soaring vocals by Larry Greene, and precise guitar work.