Workout Endless Nights Hidden 80s AOR Masterpiece

Fictive careerstory about the fictional AORband Workout The Halifax Band That Almost Made It In 1987, Workout, a melodic hard rock band hailing from Halifax, burst onto the scene with their explosive debut album, released under the legendary Monarch Records. The album was a masterclass in arenaready rock anthems, overflowing with hooks, lush harmonies, and a pristine production courtesy of renowned producer Bradley Buzz Turner, who had previously worked with tons of great AOR acts. Comprised of five members in their early 30s, Workout was fronted by the charismatic vocalist Tommy Grant, whose powerful voice and commanding stage presence made him a natural star. On guitar was the blazing Jack Mitchell, whose riffdriven sound gave the band its hard edge, while Darren Daz Crowley held down the groove on bass. Behind the kit was the thunderous Scott Smash Harris, and on keyboards, adding rich textures to their sound, was Eric LeBlanc, who