Melodic Hard Rock

Melodic hard rock is a genre characterized by its blend of catchy, anthemic choruses, guitar-driven melodies, and powerful vocal performances. Emerging in the late 1980s and peaking in popularity in the 1990s, this style drew from the classic hard rock of the 1970s and 1980s, while incorporating elements of AOR and metal. Typically featuring prominent guitar harmonies, driving rhythms, and fist-pumping hooks, melodic hard rock emphasizes accessibility and musicianship. With its emphasis on songcraft and vocal prowess, the genre resonated with fans seeking a more refined, radio-friendly alternative to thrash metal and grunge. Closely related to AOR and hair metal, melodic hard rock is distinguished by its more subtle, European-influenced sensibilities and a lack of glam metal's theatricality, instead focusing on heartfelt, arena-ready anthems that have made it a beloved staple of the hard rock landscape.

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Universal Human Desire
Album - 12 Tracks - Released March 31, 2025
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    Apex
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  1. March 31, 2025
  2. March 28
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    Apex
    11 tracks
  3. February 28
  4. February 20
  5. November 22, 2024
  6. November 15
  7. October 18
  8. October 11
  9. September 27
  10. September 20
  11. June 28
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  1. March 3, 2025
  2. February 18
  3. February 14
  4. February 12
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  6. January 31
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  8. December 18, 2024
  9. December 3
  10. November 30
  11. November 1
  12. October 25
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