About this album
Where they were
Alias released their self-titled debut album in 1990, marking the band's first significant foray into the glam metal scene after forming in the late '80s. The album came at a time when glam metal was reaching its commercial peak, allowing Alias to capitalize on the genre's popularity.
Why it matters
The album features the hit single 'More Than Words Can Say', which gained notable radio play and charted on various Billboard charts, showcasing Alias's potential within the glam metal genre. Additionally, this release helped define their sound and cemented their place in the Canadian rock scene during a pivotal moment for glam metal.
Essential tracks
- "More Than Words Can Say" — This track stands out as the band's most commercially successful song, highlighting their knack for crafting memorable hooks and emotional resonance.
- "Heroes" — 'Heroes' encapsulates the album's soaring melodies and lyrical themes of aspiration, making it a quintessential anthem of hope amid adversity.
- "Haunted Heart" — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, 'Haunted Heart' showcases the band's ability to blend vulnerability with rock sensibilities.
Release Date
January 1, 1990
Artist Origin
Canada
Tracklist
- 1 Say What I Wanna Say 4:45
- 2 Haunted Heart 3:52
- 3 Waiting for Love 4:37
- 4 The Power 4:26
- 5 Heroes 5:23
- 6 What to Do 4:18
- 7 After All the Love Is Gone 4:16
- 8 More Than Words Can Say 3:54
- 9 One More Chance 3:37
- 10 True Emotion 4:59
- 11 Standing in the Darkness 4:30
