Crimes of Passion: The Album That Made Pat Benatar a Rock Icon (1980)

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This episode celebrates Pat Benatar’s breakthrough 1980 album, Crimes of Passion. We dig into the powerhouse vocals, the hard-rock edge, and the unforgettable songs that made Benatar one of the defining voices of the era. From “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” and “Treat Me Right” to deeper cuts that deserve another listen, we revisit an album that helped launch a rock icon—and still sounds just as bold today.

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