Workout - Endless Nights - Hidden 80s AOR Masterpiece

Fictive career-story about the fictional AOR-band Workout “The Halifax Band That Almost Made It Big...“ 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 arena-ready 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 riff-driven 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