The Final Countdown
Europe
Glam metal
Arena rock
Hard rock
A Swedish band's synth-and-guitar title track became one of the most inescapable anthems of the decade, hitting #1 in roughly 25 countries and turning Europe into a global arena act almost overnight.
- Released
- May 26, 1986
- Label
- Epic Records
- Producer
- Kevin Elson
Tracklist
- 1. The Final Countdown
- 2. Rock the Night
- 3. Carrie
- 4. Danger on the Track
- 5. Ninja
- 6. Cherokee
- 7. Time Has Come
- 8. Heart of Stone
- 9. On the Loose
- 10. Age of Heaven
Credits
- Joey Tempest Lead vocals
- John Norum Guitar
- Mic Michaeli Keyboards
- John Levén Bass
- Ian Haugland Drums
- Kevin Elson Producer
Chart Performance & Sales
- US Billboard 200 #8
- "The Final Countdown" — US Hot 100 #8
- RIAA (US) Platinum
Tour
The Final Countdown World Tour
1986–1988
Took Europe from Scandinavian clubs to arenas and stadiums across the globe, including opening slots for Rod Stewart and Bon Jovi.