Assault & Battery
Rose Tattoo · 1981
39 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
Raw, gritty hard rock infused with unapologetic Australian grit and a rebellious spirit.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its embodiment of the Australian pub rock movement, which resonated with audiences both locally and abroad. It features the classic single 'Rock 'n' Roll Is King,' which became an anthem for fans and helped cement the band's place in hard rock history, particularly within the burgeoning Aussie rock scene of the late '70s and early '80s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels raw, gritty emotional expression mid-tempo reflective moments
- Context
- Released in January 1981, 'Assault & Battery' was Rose Tattoo's second studio album, following their self-titled debut from 1978. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the Australian rock scene while beginning to gain international attention, particularly through their energetic live performances and distinctive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Holograf· Freddie Mercury
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out of This Place 4:20
- 2 All the Lessons 3:03
- 3 Let It Go 3:40
- 4 Assault & Battery Standout 3:25
- 5 Magnum Maid 3:10
- 6 I Had You First 2:35
- 7 Rock 'n' Roll Is King Standout 4:20
- 8 Manzil Madness 2:12
- 9 Chinese Dunkirk 5:50
- 10 Sidewalk Sally 3:00
- 11 Suicide City Standout 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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