First Strike

Black Diamonds

First Strike

RELEASED: June 07, 2008
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Loved-Hated Lady 2:57 2. First Strike 3:33 3. Watch Out (Tomorrow I'm Gone) 4:08 4. Action 4:22 5. Catch Me 3:47 6. Love, Lies, Loneliness 6:01 7. Enough 3:40 8. Mosquito 3:15 9. Business 4:46 10. Lined-Up Jars 3:36 11. Rock N' Roll Music 3:18
First Strike is the debut studio album by the hard rock band Black Diamonds, released in 1988. The album combines elements of glam metal and classic rock, featuring catchy hooks and powerful guitar riffs. It is noted for its energetic sound and has gained a cult following over the years. The lyrical themes often revolve around love, rebellion, and the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, which resonated with the youth of the late 80s. Despite not achieving massive commercial success at the time, the album has been revisited by fans and critics alike, celebrating its raw energy and authenticity.