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History in Five Songs Episode 312: Unexpected AOR Albums

History in Five Songs Episode 312: Unexpected AOR Albums

In Episode 312 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores a curious subset of rock history—unexpected AOR albums—by spotlighting bands like Heart and Yes that made surprising forays into glossy, radio-friendly territory during the early ’80s, blurring the lines between prog, pop, and proto–hair metal.

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June 30, 202534m 22s

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In Episode 312 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores a curious subset of rock history—unexpected AOR albums—by spotlighting bands like Heart and Yes that made surprising forays into glossy, radio-friendly territory during the early ’80s, blurring the lines between prog, pop, and proto–hair metal.

  1. Heart – “Heavy Heart”
  2. Yes – “City of Love”
  3. Blue Öyster Cult – “Eyes on Fire”
  4. Golden Earring – “Enough Is Enough”
  5. Sammy Hagar – “Remote Love”


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