Here’s one from a band that should have escaped their cult status.  The Call earned many positive reviews for their 1982 debut.  Their literate, passionate works earned a small but devoted following throughout the 80s.  Let The Day Begin, released in 1989, was likely their most radio-friendly work. The rousing title track was their biggest hit, reaching number one on the album rock charts and number 51 on the Top 40.

The song’s insistent bassline and driving guitars combine with undercurrents of optimism and big arena rock hooks.  The result is a song that’s equally fun to listen to at the start of a day, or driving down the open road with the top down and the stereo cranked to eleven.