Another one of those albums I bought new real time, got tired of, and sold by the early 90s. From a cover perspective, it's very clear that BOC were moving as far away from Mirrors as possible. A classic of its kind. The music is easily identifiable as Blue Oyster Cult though and it's not that much of a risk taker. Much was made of the Joan Crawford song in its era, but it's not going to change your world. The whole album screams early 80s hard rock, plain and simple. There's nothing that sticks with you for days like, say, 'Subhuman'. 'Burnin' For You', which was the big hit, may also be the album's best track.
Ownership: LP: 1981 Columbia. Single sleeve. Picked this up at a local store a few months ago (2022) at a good price. This title in particular has really seen a recent price rise. Commodity CD can fly, though I credit it for reinvigorating my interest in Fire of Unknown Origin.
1981; 2013; 1/9/23 (LP 4.2); 3/26/23 (new entry)
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