What makes Condition Critical by Quiet Riot notable?

'Condition Critical' debuted at number 15 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating the band's continued popularity after 'Metal Health'. The album spawned a cover of Slade's 'Mama Weer All Crazee Now', which became a top 20 hit, solidifying Quiet Riot's place in the glam metal scene. Released on July 7, 1984, 'Condition Critical' was Quiet Riot's follow-up to their breakthrough album 'Metal Health', which had made them a household name. The band was riding high on their commercial success but faced the challenge of matching the acclaim and sales of their previous record, leading to expectations for this release.

Who is Condition Critical for?

Condition Critical works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, energetic workout motivation and party-friendly listening vibes.

How many songs are on Condition Critical?

Condition Critical has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Condition Critical

Quiet Riot · 1984

44 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal

An exuberant blend of glam metal anthems and hard rock riffs that capture the spirit of mid-80s rock.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
energetic workout motivation
party-friendly listening vibes
uplifting sing-along moments
dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on July 7, 1984, 'Condition Critical' was Quiet Riot's follow-up to their breakthrough album 'Metal Health', which had made them a household name. The band was riding high on their commercial success but faced the challenge of matching the acclaim and sales of their previous record, leading to expectations for this release.
Stylistic neighbors: Twisted Sister· Ratt· Def Leppard