Back For The Attack – Dokken – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Released in 1987, “Back For The Attack” captures Dokken at their creative apex, fusing razor-sharp guitar work with soaring vocals and anthemic songwriting. This album isn’t just a time capsule of late ’80s rock—it’s a testament to the band’s ability to balance technical prowess with radio-ready melodies. George Lynch’s guitar leads are particularly incendiary, weaving intricate solos into tracks that pulse with adrenaline, while Don Dokken’s vocals deliver earnestness and edge in equal measure.

The album’s cultural significance lies in its encapsulation of a transitional era in rock, just as the genre was evolving from glam excess into something more musically ambitious. Standout tracks like “Dream Warriors” (famously linked to the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise) and “Prisoner” show a band unafraid to push their own boundaries, resulting in a record that feels both polished and urgent. For collectors, “Back For The Attack” offers more than nostalgia—it’s a vivid snapshot of an era when technical skill and emotionally charged songcraft ruled the airwaves. Owning this album is an invitation to revisit a moment when rock bands aimed big and delivered with conviction.

Track List:
A1 – Kiss Of Death – 5:48
A2 – Prisoner – 4:19
A3 – Night By Night – 5:20
A4 – Standing In The Shadows – 5:05
A5 – Heaven Sent – 4:50
A6 – Mr. Scary – 4:29
B1 – So Many Tears – 4:54
B2 – Burning Like A Flame – 4:44
B3 – Lost Behind The Wall – 4:18
B4 – Stop Fighting Love – 4:51
B5 – Cry Of The Gypsy – 4:50
B6 – Sleepless Night – 4:42
B7 – Dream Warriors – 4:46