On this day September 22, 1987 Michael Bolton released his fifth studio album The Hunger. This record marked a turning point in his career as it began to showcase the powerful ballad style that would later make him a household name.
The Hunger included songs like That’s What Love Is All About and a cover of Otis Redding’s classic (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay, which became one of Bolton’s early signature hits. His combination of rock and soul influences created a sound that appealed to a wide audience and positioned him for even greater success in the years that followed.
The album represented Bolton’s shift toward the emotional ballads and polished production that would define much of his late 80s and 90s career. While not yet at his commercial peak, The Hunger laid the foundation for his breakthrough into mainstream stardom.
80s insight: The Hunger captured Michael Bolton at the start of his rise, showcasing the passionate vocals and heartfelt style that would define his success in the late 80s and beyond.
The Hunger included songs like That’s What Love Is All About and a cover of Otis Redding’s classic (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay, which became one of Bolton’s early signature hits. His combination of rock and soul influences created a sound that appealed to a wide audience and positioned him for even greater success in the years that followed.
The album represented Bolton’s shift toward the emotional ballads and polished production that would define much of his late 80s and 90s career. While not yet at his commercial peak, The Hunger laid the foundation for his breakthrough into mainstream stardom.
80s insight: The Hunger captured Michael Bolton at the start of his rise, showcasing the passionate vocals and heartfelt style that would define his success in the late 80s and beyond.
