Wish To Escape - Straight From Your Heart

Review by Nick Murdaca

Straight From Your Heart by Wish To Escape: A Power-Pop Gem That Still Hits Hard Let’s get one thing straight—this album isn’t perfect. But man, does it have heart. Released back in 1989 by the Dutch rockers Wish To Escape, Straight From Your Heart feels like a time capsule of big hair, bigger dreams, and that raw energy only power pop can deliver. The band might not be household names today, but this record deserves more love than it ever got. The title track, “Straight From Your Heart,” kicks things off with a punch. It’s catchy as hell, with hooks so sharp they could cut glass. You know those songs where you’re humming along before you even realize what’s happening? Yeah, this is one of them. There’s something about the way the guitars chime and the vocals soar—it just grabs you by the soul and doesn’t let go. I remember blasting this on an old cassette player during summer road trips, windows down, wind messing up my hair. Feels like freedom bottled up in four minutes. Then there’s “Fighting For Dreams.” This one hits different. It starts slow, almost hesitant, like someone trying to find their footing after a fall. By the time the chorus kicks in, though, it’s all urgency and emotion. Lyrically, it talks about chasing something bigger than yourself, even when the odds feel stacked against you. Maybe it’s cheesy, sure, but damn if it doesn’t resonate. Every time I hear it, I think about late nights spent scribbling ideas or staring at the ceiling, wondering if I’m doing enough. Relatable, right? Other tracks like “Can’t Miss You Now” bring some swagger, while “On The Wings Of A New Day” leans into that hopeful vibe that makes you wanna grab life by the horns. And don’t sleep on “Green Wall”—it’s quirky, kinda weird, but sticks with you long after the album ends. What gets me most about Straight From Your Heart is how unapologetically human it feels. These guys weren’t reinventing the wheel—they were just pouring everything they had into these songs. Sometimes it shows; production-wise, it’s a little rough around the edges. But honestly? That adds to its charm. It’s real. Flawed. Beautiful. Here’s the kicker: listening to this album now feels like finding an old mixtape in your junk drawer. You press play, half-expecting disappointment, and instead, you’re hit with nostalgia, surprise, and maybe even a little bit of wonder. In a world obsessed with perfection, Wish To Escape reminds us that sometimes imperfection is exactly what we need. Oh, and fun fact—I still can’t figure out why they named a song “The Violin.” No violins anywhere to be heard. Go figure.

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Artist: Wish To Escape
Album: Straight From Your Heart

Netherlands

Rock

Power Pop

1989

Rating: 2.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Can't Miss You Now
Internal Affairs
Take Your Time
Straight From Your Heart
Set Me Free
Green Wall
Watching The River Flow Away
Open Your Eyes
The Violin
Fighting For Dreams
On The Wings Of A New Day
Play It Cool

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wish to escape

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CDSP 8920

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Universe Productions

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With members of De Kast

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Rights Society: BIEM/STEMRA

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Here’s something cool: The album *Straight From Your Heart* by Wish To Escape is a hidden gem from the Netherlands. Released in 1989, it blends rock with power pop vibes. One standout track, *Watching The River Flow Away*, feels like a mix of nostalgia and energy. It’s wild how this album flew under the radar, even with tracks like *Fighting For Dreams* and *Set Me Free* that still sound fresh today.

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fountainblog

2025-03-05

Zou je alsjeblieft meerdere nummers online willen zetten. Ik weet zeker dat je daar veel Kastfans een groot plezier mee doet. Zelf heb ik mn vrouw bij De Kast leren kennen en hebben we 2 Kastkids. In Maart nét voor de Corona hebben we een groepsfoto gemaakt met de hele band en ons gezin.

ceeyabongaa

2025-03-04

https://youtu.be/Gdt_HdvuEk0?t=960 hier zie je ze live optreden in 1989 in Kollumerzwaag

miss77attitude

2025-03-04

Lang naar gezocht en nu gevonden??

swasthikaweb

2025-03-04

Toch leuk om het nu terug te horen

perlasparadespertar

2025-03-03

Blijft een mooi nummer.☺

sudhanshugupta11

2025-03-03

ik ben dan 1 van die gelukkige bezitters van deze album. staan meet mooie nummers op hoor, als je er nog aan kan komen is dit een aanrader...

anitaoros

2025-03-03

Straight From Your Heart (album, 1990, Universe). Is in destijds in beperkte oplage uitgebracht. Is niet meer te koop. Of je moet hem 2e hands kunnen bezetten.