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Europe

The Final Countdown [ CD / Album ]

The Final Countdown

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  • Released Date: 18 May 2009

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

In a world where hairspray ruled the airwaves and power ballads reigned supreme, Europe emerged as a behemoth of 80s rock with their iconic album "The Final Countdown." This record is a glorious time capsule of synthesizers, soaring vocals, and more hairspray than a Bon Jovi concert.

From the moment that keyboard riff kicks in on the title track, you know you're in for a wild ride. Joey Tempest's vocals soar to dizzying heights, effortlessly navigating the anthemic choruses and bombastic guitars that define the album. It's like a musical rollercoaster, but instead of loops and drops, you get power chords and falsettos.

Tracks like "Rock the Night" and "Ninja" showcase Europe's ability to write catchy, arena-sized rock tunes that stick in your head like a particularly stubborn earworm. And let's not forget about the power ballad to end all power ballads, "Carrie." This track is so full of emotion and angst that you can practically smell the teenage heartbreak and hairspray in the air.

Overall, "The Final Countdown" is a fantastic slice of 80s cheese that's as timeless as it is ridiculous. So grab your leather jacket, crank up the volume, and get ready to rock like it's 1986 all over again. Europe may have been a one-hit wonder, but what a hit it was.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. The Final Countdown
2. Rock the Night
3. Carrie
4. Danger On the Track
5. Ninja
6. Cherokee
7. Time Has Come
8. Heart of Stone
9. On the Loose
10. Love Chaser
11. The Final Countdown
12. Danger On the Track
13. Carrie

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About the artist

Europe

EUROPE Hailing from Sweden, EUROPE burst onto the music scene in the 1980s with their anthemic rock hits that became the soundtrack for a generation. Led by frontman Joey Tempest, this band knows how to deliver a killer power ballad that will have you pumping your fist in the air. With their signature catchy hooks and infectious guitar riffs, EUROPE has managed to stay relevant and influential in the rock music scene for decades. Their classic hit "The Final Countdown" has become a timeless anthem that still gets crowds roaring at concerts around the world. But EUROPE is not just about nostalgia – they continue to release new music that showcases their timeless sound with a modern twist. Their latest album "Walk the Earth" is a testament to their enduring talent and ability to evolve with the times. Whether you're a die-hard fan from the 80s or a new listener discovering their music for the first time, EUROPE's high-energy performances and infectious melodies are sure to leave you wanting more. So throw on your leather jacket, crank up the volume, and get ready to rock out with EUROPE – because these Swedish rock legends are here to stay.

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