
5 August 1987 · 40 YEARS
Once Bitten
Great White
Platinum status arrived for the band, driven by a bluesy cover of Ian Hunter's Once Bitten, Twice Shy. This release marked a pivot toward anthemic choruses designed to dominate radio play.
Produced during the peak of the metal explosion, the album captures a moment where heavy music leaned into hooks. It resonated with the rock audience of the late eighties by blending hard-hitting riffs with commercial appeal.