What does Decade of Decadence sound like?

A raucous celebration of glam metal excess, blending remixed hits with live energy and anthemic choruses. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal. Start with "Live Wire (Kick Ass ’91 remix)".

Is Decade of Decadence a good place to start with Mötley Crüe?

Yes, Decade of Decadence is recommended as a starting point for new Mötley Crüe listeners. A raucous celebration of glam metal excess, blending remixed hits with live energy and anthemic choruses. Released on October 1, 1991, 'Decade of Decadence' marked a retrospective moment for Mötley Crüe as they compiled popular tracks from their first decade. This album arrived just before the band began to navigate the changing musical landscape of the early 1990s, following the commercial peak of 'Dr. Feelgood' in 1989.

Who is Decade of Decadence for?

Decade of Decadence works well if you're into high-energy party atmosphere, sing-along anthems with friends and dynamic mix of tempos.

How many songs are on Decade of Decadence?

Decade of Decadence has 15 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

Decade of Decadence

Mötley Crüe · 1991

63 min · 15 tracks · hard rock

A raucous celebration of glam metal excess, blending remixed hits with live energy and anthemic choruses.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Live Wire (Kick Ass ’91 remix) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Home Sweet Home (’91 remix) — This updated version revitalizes one of Crüe's most beloved ballads, emphasizing the emotional weight of longing and nostalgia that defined their earlier work.
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Kickstart My Heart (live in Dallas, Texas) — Capturing the raw energy of a live performance, this track embodies the adrenaline-fueled spirit of Mötley Crüe's concerts and fan engagement.
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Shout at the Devil — As a quintessential anthem of the band's early days, this track showcases their signature blend of aggression and melody that helped define glam metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album blends remixed hits with live performances, showcasing Mötley Crüe's glam metal legacy while struggling with cohesion.

What we noticed

Live tracks are interspersed among studio recordings, creating a dynamic contrast in energy and sound quality.
The sequencing includes several anthemic choruses that encourage audience participation, particularly in tracks like 'Girls, Girls, Girls' and 'Dr. Feelgood'.
The final three tracks shift in tone, with 'Anarchy in the U.K.' providing a punk edge that contrasts with the glam metal sound of the preceding songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

high-energy party atmosphere
sing-along anthems with friends
dynamic mix of tempos
celebratory vibe for gatherings
nostalgic throwback to excess

Maybe skip if you

seeking calm and tranquility
prefer slower, introspective music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Compiles popular tracks, solidifying the band's glam metal reputation.
Themes: glam rock excess· Dallas live energy· sleazy nightlife· nostalgic ballads
Career context: Released on October 1, 1991, 'Decade of Decadence' marked a retrospective moment for Mötley Crüe as they compiled popular tracks from their first decade. This album arrived just before the band began to navigate the changing musical landscape of the early 1990s, following the commercial peak of 'Dr. Feelgood' in 1989.
Stylistic neighbors: Poison· Guns N' Roses· Def Leppard