Alaska with Bernie Marsden - Heart of the Storm 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Netherlands release on RoadrunneR Records

Front cover of Alaska's 1984 album Heart of the Storm featuring Bernie Marsden. The image shows a yellow license plate with the word ALASKA and Bernie Marsden's name, bursting through a shattering field of icy blue shards with bright light behind.

"Heart of the Storm" by Alaska, Bernie Marsden's musical venture, sets sail on a 12" Vinyl LP Album. This album, the first of only two released by Bernie Marsden's band Alaska, encapsulates the melodic and rock-oriented sound of the era. With Bernie Marsden's musical prowess at the forefront, "Heart of the Storm" stands as a testament to Alaska's contribution to the rock scene during their brief but impactful existence. This album remains a cherished piece for fans of Bernie Marsden's diverse musical journey.

Album Description:

The 1984 Alaska with Bernie Marsden "Heart of the Storm" 12" vinyl LP album is a classic example of the hard rock genre of the 1980s. This album was released by the British rock band Alaska, and features Bernie Marsden, the guitarist of the iconic hard rock band, Whitesnake.

The album's title track, "Heart of the Storm," is a standout song that features Marsden's signature guitar sound and powerful vocals from lead singer Robert Hawthorn. This song is a perfect example of the band's ability to blend catchy melodies with heavy rock riffs.

The 1984 Alaska with Bernie Marsden "Heart of the Storm" 12" vinyl LP album is a must-have for fans of hard rock from the 1980s. The album showcases the band's ability to write both heavy and melodic songs, and features excellent guitar work from Marsden. The album's production quality is also top-notch, making it a great addition to any vinyl collection.

Music Genre:

British Melodic/Symphonic Hard Rock Music

Album Production Information:

Produced by Bernie Marsden

Recorded at Britannia Row, London and The Chapel, South Thoresty, Lincolnshire, January and February 1984

Engineered by Nick Griffiths and Guy Bidmead

Guy Bidmead is a legendary producer and sound engineer whose work in heavy metal during the 1980s helped define the genre’s sonic landscape. Known for his technical mastery, he brought clarity and power to albums by iconic bands like Exciter, Coroner, and Destruction. Read his story

Assistant Engineers: Rick Woolgar, Andy Dransfield and Tim Dewey

Brian Stevens and Eric Cooper for the artwork

Mixed by Nick 'n' Guy at The Chapel

Alaska Logo John Collins

Record Label & Catalognr:

RoadrunneR RR 9853

Media Format:

12" LP Vinyl Gramophone Record 

Year & Country:

1984 Made in Holland
Band Members and Musicians on: Alaska with Bernie Marsden Heart of the Storm
    Alaska's Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Bernie Marsden - Guitar
    Bernie Marsden was a legendary British guitarist, songwriter, and producer best known for his iconic work with Whitesnake. His bluesy riffs and songwriting chops helped define hard rock in the late ’70s and early ’80s, including co-writing the smash hit “Here I Go Again.” Read more in the full biography.
  • Robert Hawthorn - Vocals
  • Richard Bailey - Keyboards
  • Brian Badhams - Bass
  • John Marter - Drums
Complete Track Listing of: Alaska with Bernie Marsden Heart of the Storm
    Side One:
  • Whiteout
  • Don't Say It's Over
  • Voice on the Radio
  • Susie Blue
  • Heart of the Storm

    Side Two:
  • Need Your Love
  • Can't Let Go
  • Other Side of Midnight
  • Headlines
  • The Sorcerer

Alaska Heart of the Storm Album Photo Gallery:

Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover of Alaska's 1984 album Heart of the Storm featuring Bernie Marsden. The image shows a yellow license plate with the word ALASKA and Bernie Marsden's name, bursting through a shattering field of icy blue shards with bright light behind.

Front cover of Alaska's 1984 album "Heart of the Storm" features a dynamic and dramatic visual composition. The background is a deep gradient of blues and whites, evoking the feeling of an arctic storm or explosion of ice.

At the center of the image, a yellow car license plate is embedded in a blast of shattering ice shards. The license plate reads ALASKA in bold black capital letters. Above that, on the plate’s frame, is the name Bernie Marsden in red capital letters.

The ice appears to be exploding outward in sharp, jagged pieces that point in all directions, giving the effect of movement and force. Radiating light from the center enhances the intensity and focal point of the design.

At the top of the cover, the album title "HEART OF THE STORM" is printed in white, thin, all-caps font, floating above the explosion of frozen energy.

The overall aesthetic combines elements of hard rock attitude with a visually cold, cinematic concept, symbolizing the powerful musical content within.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of Alaska's 1984 album Heart of the Storm featuring Bernie Marsden. It displays a centered cloudburst graphic, track listings for both sides, musician portraits, and production credits.

Back cover of Alaska's 1984 album "Heart of the Storm" is designed with a vivid blue gradient background that transitions into a dramatic white cloudburst or explosion of light at the center top, matching the visual style of the front cover.

At the top center, the album title "HEART OF THE STORM" is written in a bold, clean white font. Below it, the track listings are presented in two columns:

Side One: Whiteout, Don’t Say It’s Over, Voice On The Radio, Susie Blue, Heart Of The Storm.
Side Two: Need Your Love, Can’t Let Go, Other Side Of Midnight, Headlines, The Sorcerer.

The lower portion features five rectangular portraits of the band members: Bernie Marsden (guitar), Robert Hawthorn (vocals), Richard Bailey (keyboards), Brian Badham (bass guitar), and John Marter (drums). Each musician's name and role are labeled beneath their image in white font over a blue bar.

To the left of the portraits are production credits and acknowledgments, noting the album was recorded at Britannia Row, London and The Chapel, South Thoresby, Lincolnshire in January and February 1984. Engineering is credited to Nick Griffiths and Guy Bidmead, with artwork by Brian Stevens and Eric Cooper.

The Alaska license plate design, similar to the front cover, is displayed again near the credits. Overall, this back cover blends informative detail with bold design that reflects the energy of the album.

Close up of Side One record's label
Close-up of Side Two label from the 1984 Holland pressing of Alaska's Heart of the Storm LP, showing Roadrunner Records logo, tracklist, credits, and catalog number RR 9853.

Close-up of the Side Two record label from Alaska’s 1984 LP Heart of the Storm, released by Roadrunner Records. The label has a minimalist white background with red and black text.

Prominently featured at the top is the Roadrunner "R" logo in bold red, encased in a box. Just below it, the artist's name ALASKA is printed in uppercase.

The label states this is Side 2, and includes stereo information and the catalog number RR 9853. The playing speed is listed as 33⅓ R.P.M. and the rights society "STEMRA" is noted.

The track listing includes:
6. I Need Your Love (Marsden/Jackson)
7. Can’t Let Go (Marsden/Hawthorn)
8. Other Side of Midnight (Marsden/Hawthorn/Bailey)
9. Headlines (Hawthorn)
10. The Sorcerer (Marsden)

Below the tracks, the album title 'HEART OF THE STORM' appears in bold uppercase letters. The label also credits Bernie Marsden as producer and lists that all songs were published by Alaska Publ. Ltd.

At the bottom, it reads © 1984 Roadrunner Productions B.V. / Music For Nations. The outer rim of the label includes standard copyright protection text in red, wrapping around the edge.