Kings
Are Here
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1980 Original with inner sleeve. Released in 1988, "Kings Are Here" is the debut album by Canadian rock band The Kings. The album is best known for the hit single "This Beat Goes On/Switchin' to Glide," which became a staple of North American rock radio. The band, formed in Oakville, Ontario, first gained attention after working with producer Bob Ezrin, who was known for his work with Alice Cooper and Pink Floyd. The success of the lead single helped the album chart in both Canada and the United States, providing significant exposure for the band outside their home country.

"Kings Are Here" showcases the band's energetic power-pop style, featuring catchy guitar riffs and upbeat rhythms that reflect the musical trends of the late 1970s and early 1980s. The album's production values and songwriting established The Kings as a significant act within the Canadian rock scene of that era. Despite the album's initial success, subsequent releases from the band did not achieve the same level of commercial impact. Nevertheless, "Kings Are Here" remains a notable entry in Canadian rock history, particularly for its enduring lead single that continues to receive radio airplay decades after its release.