Too Much In Love

Zoo Freaks, get ready to groove with the Zoo Crew as they spin the 1984 track "Too Much In Love" by Orion The Hunter from their self-titled album! This song, a lesser-known gem from the album, showcases the band’s knack for crafting catchy, guitar-driven AOR (album-oriented rock) with heartfelt lyrics about longing and time apart. While specific interviews or quotes about "Too Much In Love" are scarce, the album itself has a cult following, with fans on platforms like Reddit praising its nostalgic 80s sound. One fan on Amazon called the album “a straightforward 80s rock album ala Journey or Def Leppard,” noting its polished production and radio-friendly vibe. The song’s lyrics, like “Two months on your own is a long time / But I know when you’re near me that time flies by,” capture the emotional pull of love, making it a perfect fit for the Zoo Crew’s eclectic, feel-good playlist.

Trivia about the album reveals some juicy tidbits. Orion The Hunter was initially named just “Orion,” but the band changed it to “Orion The Hunter” after legal pressure from Orion Pictures, as noted in a Reddit thread. The album, released on Portrait/CBS Records, featured the hit single “So You Ran,” which climbed to #7 on rock radio and #58 on the Billboard Hot 100, but “Too Much In Love” remains a fan favorite for its melodic charm. Fans on Amazon have speculated that poor label promotion kept the album from superstardom, with one reviewer lamenting, “This band should have been a household name. Blame it on poor promotion by the label.” There’s also buzz about “The Lost Demos of Cosmo/Smith,” recordings for a never-released second album, hinting at what could have been for this talented group.

Orion The Hunter was a spinoff from the iconic band Boston, formed during a hiatus between Boston’s 1978 album Don’t Look Back and 1986’s Third Stage. Guitarist Barry Goudreau, a founding Boston member, teamed up with vocalist/guitarist Fran Cosmo, who’d sung on Goudreau’s 1980 solo album. They were joined by bassist Bruce Smith and former Heart drummer Michael DeRosier, creating a powerhouse lineup. Boston’s lead singer Brad Delp also contributed, co-writing four songs, including the ballad “Joanne,” and providing standout backing vocals. The band’s origin story is tied to Goudreau’s desire to keep creating music while Boston was on hold, and Cosmo’s sky-high vocals caught attention, later earning him a spot as Boston’s lead singer in the 1990s. Signed to Sony, they released their only album in 1984, which hit #57 on Billboard’s Top 200, driven by the success of “So You Ran.”

Unfortunately, Orion The Hunter doesn’t have an active official website or verified social media presence, as the band disbanded after their debut album. However, fans keep the spirit alive online. You can find discussions and nostalgia on the 80s Rock Memories Facebook group, where Orion The Hunter is celebrated alongside other 80s rock acts. Fan sites like AllMusic and Discogs offer detailed discographies and reviews, perfect for Zoo Freaks wanting to dive deeper. For collectors, Discogs also lists vinyl and CD versions of the album, including rare 1984 pressings. While there’s no official Facebook, Instagram, or X for the band, searching these platforms for “Orion The Hunter” turns up fan posts and tributes, especially around the album’s anniversary or Boston-related threads.