
On this day June 12, 1989, Lion released their second and final album Trouble in Angel City. The hard rock band, known for blending melodic hooks with metal grit, delivered an album filled with powerful vocals, sharp guitar riffs and a sound that captured the tail end of the 80s rock scene.
Though Lion never broke into the mainstream, they gained a loyal following with their energetic performances and strong songwriting. Trouble in Angel City included standout tracks like Come On and Lock Up Your Daughters, combining arena ready anthems with a darker, streetwise edge. Despite its promise, the album would be their last, as the band dissolved shortly after its release.
Several members, including vocalist Kal Swan and guitarist Doug Aldrich, would go on to form the band Bad Moon Rising and continue their careers in the hard rock world.
80s insight: By 1989, the glam metal wave was beginning to fade, but Lion’s final release stood as a testament to the raw talent and drive of bands trying to break through in a crowded scene. Trouble in Angel City captured the grit and glamour of a decade on the verge of change.
Though Lion never broke into the mainstream, they gained a loyal following with their energetic performances and strong songwriting. Trouble in Angel City included standout tracks like Come On and Lock Up Your Daughters, combining arena ready anthems with a darker, streetwise edge. Despite its promise, the album would be their last, as the band dissolved shortly after its release.
Several members, including vocalist Kal Swan and guitarist Doug Aldrich, would go on to form the band Bad Moon Rising and continue their careers in the hard rock world.
80s insight: By 1989, the glam metal wave was beginning to fade, but Lion’s final release stood as a testament to the raw talent and drive of bands trying to break through in a crowded scene. Trouble in Angel City captured the grit and glamour of a decade on the verge of change.