In Episode 317 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the limited success and distinctive characteristics of non-American hair metal, focusing on Canada and the UK, and examining why the genre largely failed to flourish outside the U.S. despite a few notable efforts. 1. Helix – “High Voltage Kicks” 1:13 – 1:43
2. The Quireboys – “7 O’Clock” 0:24– 0:54
3. Europe – “On the Loose” 0:26 – 0:56
4. Scorpions – “Unholy Alliance” 0:54 – 1:24
5. Krokus – “Out of Control” 0:46 – 1:26

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