"Bent Out of Shape" is the seventh studio album by the English hard rock band Rainbow, originally released in September 1983 on LP and cassette formats. The album featured several longer edits on the cassette compared to the vinyl version. It was recorded at Sweet Silence Studios in Copenhagen, Denmark.
This album marked a significant moment for Rainbow as it continued to explore a more commercially accessible sound compared to its earlier, more progressive rock-oriented albums. "Bent Out of Shape" includes tracks that blend hard rock with elements of pop and melodic rock, reflecting the musical trends of the early 1980s.
One of the notable tracks from the album is "Street of Dreams," which became a successful single and received notable airplay on rock radio stations. The album as a whole showcases Rainbow's ability to craft anthemic rock songs while still retaining their trademark guitar-driven sound.
Despite some shifts in musical direction, "Bent Out of Shape" received mixed reviews from critics at the time of its release. However, it remains a part of Rainbow's discography that captures their transition into a more commercially viable sound while still retaining the essence of their hard rock roots.
