Big Hits and Nasty Cuts – The Best of Twisted Sister
Twisted Sister · 1992
69 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal · glam metal
Explosive anthems blend glam metal bravado with rebellious lyrics, creating a soundtrack for the defiant youth of the '80s.
Why this album works
The album features some of Twisted Sister's most recognizable hits, contributing to their cultural footprint in the heavy metal genre. It serves as a definitive collection that showcases their influence on rock music, particularly during the MTV-driven era of the 1980s, cementing their status as icons of rebellion.
- Best for
- explosive anthems for celebration wave-like energy with peaks defiant sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released in 1992, this compilation came during Twisted Sister's post-peak years after their commercial success peaked with 'Stay Hungry' in 1984. By this time, the band was transitioning out of their mainstream popularity, making this retrospective essential for capturing their legacy and lasting impact on the glam metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Mötley Crüe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We're Not Gonna Take It Standout 3:39
- 2 I Wanna Rock Standout 3:03
- 3 I Am (I'm Me) 3:35
- 4 The Price Standout 3:49
- 5 You Can't Stop Rock 'n' Roll 4:42
- 6 The Kids Are Back 3:17
- 7 Shoot 'em Down 3:54
- 8 Under the Blade 4:40
- 9 I'll Never Grow Up, Now! 4:08
- 10 Bad Boys (of Rock 'n' Roll) 3:19
- 11 What You Don't Know Sure Can Hurt You (live version) 5:09
- 12 Destroyer (live version) 4:38
- 13 Tear It Loose (live version) 3:05
- 14 Run for Your Life (live version) 3:38
- 15 It's Only Rock 'n' Roll (live version) 10:12
- 16 Let the Good Time Roll / Feel So Fine (live version) 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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