Synopsis

King Kobra perform "Hunger" in a dark, atmospheric stage setting built around moving spotlights and dramatic shadows. The camera alternates between close-ups of vocalist Mark Free, shots of Carmine Appice behind the drums, and wider views of the band playing together. Rather than following a narrative, the video emphasizes the group's polished hard-rock presentation, energetic performance, and visual contrast between darkness and flashes of light. The clip captures the band's original 1985 lineup during the promotion of its debut album, Ready to Strike.

Factoids & Trivia

• "Hunger" was released on King Kobra's 1985 debut album, Ready to Strike, through Capitol Records and EMI.

• The song was written by members of Canadian metal band Kick Axe. Producer Spencer Proffer suggested that King Kobra record it after an attempt to place the song with Black Sabbath did not work out.

• According to guitarist David Michael-Philips, vocalist Ron Keel had previously recorded "Hunger" as a demo with Black Sabbath.

• "Hunger" was King Kobra's first single and received regular exposure on MTV during the band's early period.

• The song has a notable connection to The Transformers: The Movie. Kick Axe later recorded its own version under the name Spectre General, and that version appeared on the 1986 soundtrack. It was not the King Kobra recording.

• The video features the original King Kobra lineup: Mark Free on vocals, Carmine Appice on drums, David Michael-Philips and Mick Sweda on guitars, and Johnny Rod on bass.