s4s on Instagram: "In the early 80s, Dokken were grinding their way to the top. From 1980–1983, Don Dokken was chasing a record deal, even lending vocals on the Scorpions’ Blackout demos. The band cut Breaking the Chains in Germany in ’81, first released in Europe before getting a U.S. push in ’83. With George Lynch, Jeff Pilson, and “Wild” Mick Brown in the lineup, Dokken built their signature mix of soaring vocals and shredding guitars, setting the stage for the glam metal explosion to come. ⚡