The "4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 98]" series highlights deep-cut AOR and rock gems that often escaped mainstream radio but remain highly prized by collectors. A particularly interesting piece from this era is the self-titled 1983 release by . The "Fortune" Story (1985)
Despite having a high-budget sound, the album was released on the small MCA Camel label, which went bankrupt shortly after the record's release. This limited its distribution significantly, making original vinyl and CD copies extremely difficult to find for decades. 4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 98] AOR, Rock
Other rare AOR and rock pieces from similar "Part 98" collections include: The "4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 98]" series
Watch this overview of underrated melodic rock albums from the 80s and 90s, featuring rare releases from bands like Lion and Fortune: Underrated 80s/90s/00s Melodic Rock/AOR Albums Emran's Movie Madhouse YouTube• Jan 27, 2014 This album features session legends from Toto and Journey
A fictionalized "lost classic" often used in modern AOR tributes to capture the specific 1980s Bay Area sound.
A short-lived project by legendary songwriters Tom Kelly and Billy Steinberg, who wrote hits like "Like a Virgin" and "Alone". This album features session legends from Toto and Journey.
While often associated with mid-80s AOR, debut is a cornerstone for "cult" melodic rock fans.