On this day March 28 1988 King’s X released their debut album Out of the Silent Planet. With a bold mix of hard rock progressive elements and soulful harmonies the album introduced a sound that stood out from the typical late 80s rock scene.
Out of the Silent Planet reached number 144 on the US Billboard charts and set the tone for the band’s influential career. The trio—Doug Pinnick Ty Tabor and Jerry Gaskill—blended heavy guitar riffs with spiritual lyrics and layered vocals creating a sound that would later influence alternative and grunge artists.
80s insight: The album title was inspired by the C.S. Lewis novel of the same name reflecting the band’s interest in thoughtful and otherworldly themes.