''Love + War'' is the second studio album by the American

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, released in 1989. The album was reissued and remastered by

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for their first album, ''

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'' (1980). The album cover features Sharon Case, who made appearances on General Hospital.

Critical reception

In 2005, ''Love + War'' was ranked number 296 in '' Rock Hard'' magazine's book of ''The 500 Greatest Rock & Metal Albums of All Time''.

Track listing

Personnel

#Ron Taylor – lead vocals #Steve Blaze – lead guitar, backing vocals, keyboards #Jon Ster – rhythm guitar, backing vocals, keyboards #Rob Stratton – bass guitar #Danny King – drums

References

1989 albums Lillian Axe albums Albums produced by Tony Platt MCA Records albums {{1980s-rock-album-stub