Night Ranger is an iconic American rock band that rose to mainstream fame in the early 1980s with a blend of hard rock and polished power ballads. Emerging from the San Francisco music scene, the band was originally formed in 1979 and quickly established themselves with their 1982 debut album "Dawn Patrol." Their success skyrocketed with the release of their subsequent album, "Midnight Madness" in 1983, which featured their biggest hit, "Sister Christian," a staple of the era renowned for its anthemic chorus and nostalgic tale of youth passing by.

Throughout the '80s and '90s, Night Ranger continued to captivate audiences, producing a series of hit albums and singles like "(You Can Still) Rock In America" and "Sentimental Street." The band's lineup has experienced changes over the years but often included key original members such as Jack Blades (bass/vocals), Brad Gillis (guitar), and Kelly Keagy (drums/vocals), all of whom have been instrumental in shaping Night Ranger's distinctive sound. Despite the ebbs and flows of the music industry, Night Ranger has remained a touring powerhouse, retaining a loyal fan base with their energetic live shows which culminated in their recent release, "40 Years And A Night (with Contemporary Youth Orchestra) [Live]." Their latest studio albums, including "Don't Let Up" (2017) and "ATBPO" (2021), show that Night Ranger continues to produce new music that stays true to their roots while exploring fresh sonic territories, proving that they can indeed still rock in America and beyond.

Genres

Album Rock

Classic Rock

Glam Metal

Hard Rock

Heartland Rock

Soft Rock

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Latest Release

40 Years And A Night (with Contemporary Youth Orchestra) [Live]

Night Ranger

Album - 12 Tracks - Released October 20, 2023