History in Five Songs Episode 284: Bands Ruined by Hair Metal

In Episode 284, Martin laments bands that were negatively impacted by the rise of hair metal, examining how their attempts to adapt to the trend led to commercial failure and a shift in their musical identity.

1. Krokus – “Out to Lunch”
2. Uriah Heep – “Party Time”
3. April Wine – “Hard Rock Kid”
4. Cheap Trick – “I Can’t Understand It”
5. Blue Öyster Cult – “Make Rock Not War”

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