Rainbow_difficult_to_cure_full_album_1981_with_... Apr 2026

Released in 1981, marked a pivotal transition for Rainbow, as Ritchie Blackmore steered the band toward a more commercial "American-radio" sound with new vocalist Joe Lynn Turner. While some fans of the earlier Ronnie James Dio era viewed this shift as a "sell-out," many modern listeners and critics appreciate it as a masterclass in early '80s melodic hard rock. Album Highlights

: A high-energy rocker featuring blistering guitar work from Blackmore and masterly keyboard performances by Don Airey. rainbow_difficult_to_cure_full_album_1981_with_...

: A track that blends a progressive start with a catchy, pop-rock chorus. Community Perspectives Released in 1981, marked a pivotal transition for