Carnival of Sins Live cover

Released 20 years ago

Carnival of Sins Live

Mötley Crüe · 2006

104 min · 23 tracks · hard rock

Electric energy surges through anthemic riffs and raucous vocals, capturing the essence of Mötley Crüe's wild live performances.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Shout at the Devil Start here — This track is a definitive anthem that encapsulates the band's rebellious spirit and theatricality, making it a staple of their live shows.
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    Kickstart My Heart — Representing the adrenaline-fueled sound that defined the band’s career, this song captures the excitement of their live performances and audience engagement.
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    Girls, Girls, Girls — This classic showcases Mötley Crüe's glam metal roots and celebrates their notorious lifestyle, resonating strongly with fans during live settings.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album captures Mötley Crüe's live energy but lacks some cohesion due to its extensive tracklist.

What we noticed

  • The album features a high-energy performance with most tracks maintaining a fast tempo, creating an intense atmosphere throughout.
  • Several songs are extended with crowd interaction and solos, adding to the live experience but also stretching the runtime.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • thunderous live performance energy
  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • party-ready anthems for celebrations
  • wave-like pacing with dynamics
  • cathartic release through loudness

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer quiet, introspective music
  • seek short, concise tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Showcases the band's energy during their reunion, highlighting their legacy.
Themes
glam metal excess· nostalgic rebellion· Las Vegas nightlife
Career context
Released in 2006, Carnival of Sins Live marked Mötley Crüe's resurgence after their hiatus in the early 2000s. This album came during their reunion tour, celebrating their legacy while showcasing their enduring appeal with both new and longtime fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Poison· Guns N' Roses· Def Leppard

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Shout at the Devil Start here 3:46
  • 2 Too Fast for Love 4:01
  • 3 Ten Seconds to Love 5:35
  • 4 Red Hot 3:28
  • 5 On With the Show 4:41
  • 6 Too Young to Fall in Love 3:54
  • 7 Looks That Kill 4:27
  • 8 Louder Than Hell 2:35
  • 9 Live Wire 6:36
  • 10 Girls, Girls, Girls 4:39
  • 11 Wild Side 5:12

Disc 2

  • 1 Don’t Go Away Mad (Just Go Away) 5:10
  • 2 Primal Scream 5:07
  • 3 Glitter 2:31
  • 4 Without You 1:39
  • 5 Home Sweet Home 5:29
  • 6 Dr. Feelgood 5:43
  • 7 Same Ol’ Situation (S.O.S.) 4:38
  • 8 Sick Love Song 4:17
  • 9 If I Die Tomorrow 4:28
  • 10 Kickstart My Heart 7:05
  • 11 Helter Skelter 3:24
  • 12 Anarchy in the U.K. 5:34

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