Dokken – Breaking The Chains (used)

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• • It was originally released in Europe in 1981 under the name Breakin' the Chains on the French label Carrere Records.
  • This European version featured different mixes and song titles compared to the later US release.
  • The album was remixed, partially re-recorded, and released in the US as Breaking the Chains in September 1983 by Elektra Records.
• Significance: This album introduced Dokken to a wider audience and is considered a key release in their discography.
• Tracklist: The album features a mix of hard rock and heavy metal tracks, including the title track, "Breaking the Chains," which became a hit single.
• "Paris Is Burning": The song "Paris Is Burning" on the 1983 US version is actually a live recording from Berlin in December 1982, while the 1981 European version featured a studio version called "Paris".
• Chart Performance: The album reached #136 on the Billboard 200 chart.
• Hit Single: The title track, "Breaking the Chains," peaked at #32 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and remained on the chart for 13 weeks.
• Music Video: A music video was produced for the song "Breaking the Chains," featuring the band performing in various settings, including a dungeon where they are chained up before breaking free.
• Production: The album was produced and engineered by Michael Wagener, with additional mixing by Wyn Davis and mastering by Joe Gastwirt.
• Historical Note: The album was initially considered a flop by Elektra Records, who planned to drop the band. However, Dokken's management convinced them to give the band another chance, leading to the successful album Tooth and Nail in 1984.
• Inspiration: The title track was inspired by the song "Balls to the Wall" by the German metal band Accept.