1984 [Remastered] - Van Halen

Advantages: One of Van Halen's best - a true classic!
Disadvantages: Arguably too commercial

...and mainstream charts. 1984 is seen as the final chapter in the great days of the bands success as the last album before David Lee Roth departed as frontman. 1984 was their biggest selling album to date and arguably their best ever. Die-hard Van Halen fans sometimes find it too commercial but it should be noted that there is a fine line between commerciality and being enjoyed by everyone. The use of synthesizers should not put anyone off buying this ...
...heard in two of the songs, 'Jump' and 'I'll wait'. The track listing is as follows: 1. 1984 An instrumental introduction. Sets the pace for the rest of the album. 2. Jump One of the biggest hits Van Halen ever had. A fast-paced rock track with an wealth of synthesizers, make this track probably the most commercial, although one of the most catchy. 3. Panama Another big hit and one of the most memorable, with a sensational guitar solo and brilliant ... Read review