Category: Melodic Rock | AOR

Album-oriented rock (abbreviated AOR) is an American FM radio format focusing on album tracks by rock artists. AOR evolved from progressive rock radio in the mid-1970s, using research and formal programming to create an album rock format with greater commercial appeal.

Heaven Seven – Rise 2025 Recorded 1990


(Recorded 1990 • Released 2025) After the disbandment of Petros, keyboardist Lukas Meinhardt—German-born and later based in San Diego—set out to reignite the vision. In 1988, he formed Heaven Seven, embracing a fresh blend of melodic AOR, glam rock, and synth-pop aimed at a younger Christian audience. Inspired by bands like White Heart, Stryper, and Michael W. Smith, the band recorded their debut album Rise in 1990.

Melodic Rock | AOR
Posted on June 29, 2025 by admin

Dorian Gray – Dangerous Times 2025


DGE Music Group and K. Lee Lauren have teamed up to blow the doors of the vault some 30-plus years later and unleash 7 tracks chock full of Hollywood 80’s Glam Metal that brings you right to the heart of the Sunset Strip!

Melodic Rock | AOR
Posted on June 28, 2025 by admin