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Cocked & Re-Loaded

L.A. Guns · 2000

59 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · glam metal · sleaze rock

A gritty blend of glam and hard rock that fuses catchy hooks with rebellious swagger.

Why this album works

This album is notable for reviving interest in L.A. Guns amidst a declining glam metal scene, showcasing tracks that resonated with both old fans and new listeners. It features the remixed version of 'Rip and Tear', which became a staple in their live performances, celebrating the band's legacy in the genre.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks cathartic release for rebellious spirits for late-night drives
Context
Released on August 1, 2000, 'Cocked & Re-Loaded' marked L.A. Guns' return to the music scene after several years of lineup changes and shifting popularity. This album was a follow-up to their 1999 release, 'Shrinking Violet', and aimed to revive the band's signature sleaze rock sound during a time when grunge had dominated the charts.
Stylistic neighbors
Mötley Crüe· Faster Pussycat· Vains of Jenna

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Letting Go 1:00
  • 2 Slap in the Face 3:54
  • 3 Rip and Tear Standout 4:13
  • 4 Sleazy Come Easy Go 4:07
  • 5 Never Enough 4:10
  • 6 Malaria Standout 5:55
  • 7 The Ballad of Jayne Standout 5:18
  • 8 Magdalaine 6:39
  • 9 Give a Little 3:39
  • 10 I'm Addicted 1:32
  • 11 17 Crash 3:37
  • 12 Showdown (Riot on Sunset) 3:17
  • 13 Wheels of Fire 4:57
  • 14 I Wanna Be Your Man 3:38
  • 15 Rip and Tear (Spahn Ranch remix) 3:55

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