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Whitesnake is the band's self-titled 1987 studio album, also issued as 1987 in some territories, and it marked Whitesnake's major commercial breakthrough in the United States. Led by vocalist David Coverdale, the record recast the group's blues-based hard rock in a polished, guitar-heavy style associated with late-1980s arena rock. It includes newly recorded versions of "Here I Go Again" and "Crying in the Rain," along with "Still of the Night" and "Is This Love."
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Why does Whitesnake's 1987 album have two different names?
The album is technically self-titled, but it is often referred to simply as "1987" in Europe and the UK. This was done to avoid confusion with their earlier 1977 EP, which was also self-titled.
Who was the lead singer of Whitesnake on the 1987 album?
The record was led by founding vocalist David Coverdale. His powerful blues-based hard rock vocals anchored the band's major commercial breakthrough in the United States.
What is the musical style of the 1987 Whitesnake album?
The album recast the group's earlier blues-rock roots in a highly polished, guitar-driven radio format. It perfectly captured the flashy, heavy sound of 1980s glam metal.
Did the 1987 Whitesnake album feature re-recorded songs?
Yes, the band re-recorded several older tracks from their back catalog, such as "Here I Go Again" and "Crying in the Rain." These new versions were re-arranged to sound much heavier and more contemporary for American radio.
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