Condition Critical cover

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.

Why this album works

'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.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels energetic workout motivation party-friendly listening vibes
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.
If you like
hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal

Tracklist

10 tracks·44:02

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

  • 1 Sign of the Times 5:05
  • 2 Mama Weer All Crazee Now Standout 3:36
  • 3 Party All Night 3:32
  • 4 Stomp Your Hands, Clap Your Feet 4:41
  • 5 Winners Take All Standout 5:35
  • 6 Condition Critical Standout 5:03
  • 7 Scream and Shout 4:01
  • 8 Red Alert 4:28
  • 9 Bad Boy 4:20
  • 10 (We Were) Born to Rock 3:36

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