Hard Rock

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Hard rock is a heavier, louder strain of rock built on distorted guitars, strong rhythms, and big choruses.

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Still Got the Blues by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1990 release, guitar-led music with real feeling. I reached it late and it has stayed with me.

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Comatose by Skillet

Skillet's 2006 breakthrough pairs huge hooks with strings and faith, the album that made them arena-sized.

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The Healing of Harms by Fireflight

Fireflight's 2006 debut pairs hard guitars with Dawn Michele's soaring voice in songs about courage and choice.

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Hearts of the Innocent by Kutless

Kutless return to harder rock on this 2006 album, balancing big riffs with the tender Promise of a Lifetime.

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After the War by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1989 release, expressive playing rooted in the blues. It came to me long after release and earned its place.

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Wild Frontier by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1987 release, a record that leans on tone and touch. I reached it late and it has stayed with me.

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Run for Cover by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1985 release, a record that leans on tone and touch. It came to me long after release and earned its place.

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Victims of the Future by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1984 release, expressive playing rooted in the blues. It came to me long after release and earned its place.

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Corridors of Power by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1982 release, a record that leans on tone and touch. I reached it late and it has stayed with me.

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Back on the Streets by Gary Moore

Gary Moore's 1978 release, guitar-led music with real feeling. I came to it well after release and have returned to it since.

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