Epic Canada Vinilo y CD

Review: REO Speedwagon's Hi Infidelity, released in late 1980, propelled the Illinois-based group to commercial success, becoming the biggest-selling rock album of 1981 in the US and was eventually certified ten times platinum. The album skillfully balances accessible pop rockers with heartfelt ballads, allowing the band's contemporary sound with roots rock elements to shine. Produced during a period of personal struggles for some band members, the album's cohesive bond is evident in its songs, composed by multiple songwriters facing similar experiences. Tracks like 'Don't Let Him Go' and the iconic 'Keep on Loving You,' REO Speedwagon's first #1 hit, demonstrate the album's chart-topping potential and musical depth. While the first side shines with hits like 'Take It on the Run,' the second offers highlights such as the energetic 'Shakin' It Loose' and the new-wave influenced 'Someone Tonight.' The album concludes with the dramatic 'I Wish You Were There,' featuring Kevin Cronin's impressive vocals and Gary Richrath's stellar guitar work. The success of Hi Infidelity marked the beginning of REO Speedwagon's 1980s pop stardom, paving the way for subsequent albums with a softer, ballad-centric approach. The band's revisiting of the album for reissue further solidified its status as a timeless classic in rock music.