Exile (1983 Exile album)

Exile is the seventh studio album by the American rock band Exile, released in 1983. It marked a significant shift in the band's sound, moving away from their hard rock roots towards a more pop-oriented country sound. This change was primarily driven by the departure of several original members and the addition of new musicians who favored a softer, more commercially viable style.

The album is best known for its crossover hit singles, "Kiss You All Over" and "Give Me One More Chance," both of which achieved significant success on both pop and country charts. "Kiss You All Over," originally a rock-oriented song from their earlier period, was re-recorded with a softer arrangement and became a signature song for this era of the band.

While some long-time fans were initially resistant to the change in direction, Exile proved to be a commercially successful album, revitalizing the band's career and establishing them as prominent figures within the country pop scene. The album's success led to several subsequent albums in a similar style throughout the 1980s. The album's influence can be seen in the broader acceptance of country pop fusions within the music industry during that decade.