Blackout in the Red Room cover

Blackout in the Red Room

Love/Hate · 1990

40 min · 12 tracks · glam metal

Energetic glam metal riffs collide with anthemic choruses, embodying the reckless spirit of late '80s rock.

Why this album works

The album gained significant attention for its edgy themes and catchy hooks, reaching number 87 on the Billboard 200 chart. It has since been recognized as a cult classic within the glam metal genre, influencing subsequent bands that followed in the same vein.
Best for
steady energy for late nights sing-along anthems with friends reckless spirit of youth
Context
Released in 1990, 'Blackout in the Red Room' was Love/Hate's debut album, arriving during the height of glam metal's popularity. The album showcased the band's raw sound and distinct style that set them apart from their contemporaries, marking a pivotal start to their career.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Mötley Crüe

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Blackout in the Red Room Standout 2:33
  • 2 Rock Queen 2:21
  • 3 Tumbleweed 3:31
  • 4 Why Do You Think They Call It Dope? Standout 3:57
  • 5 Fuel to Run 3:18
  • 6 One More Round 3:22
  • 7 She’s an Angel 4:08
  • 8 Mary Jane Standout 4:31
  • 9 Straightjacket 3:14
  • 10 Slutsy Tipsy 3:09
  • 11 Slave Girl 3:51
  • 12 Hell, CA, Pop. 4 2:43

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