Double Live Assassins
W.A.S.P. · 1998
101 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal
Raw energy and theatrical bravado collide in a high-octane showcase of glam metal anthems and hard-hitting riffs.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Medley Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Animal (F**k Like a Beast) — This track remains one of W.A.S.P.'s most infamous songs, showcasing their provocative style and raw energy that defined their early career.
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I Wanna Be Somebody — As one of their signature anthems, this track encapsulates the band's themes of aspiration and rebellion, resonating deeply with fans during live performances.
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Blind in Texas — This song highlights the band’s ability to blend catchy hooks with hard rock riffs, making it a staple in their live shows and a fan favorite.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures W.A.S.P.'s energetic live performance but lacks some cohesion due to its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks with minimal pauses, creating an immersive live experience.
- Several songs are extended with audience interaction and improvisation, enhancing the theatricality of the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- explosive live energy capture
- theatrical performance ambiance
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures the band's theatricality and raw energy, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- provocative rebellion· Texas nightlife· heavy metal resurgence
- Career context
- By the time 'Double Live Assassins' was released in 1998, W.A.S.P. was navigating a resurgence after years of fluctuating popularity since their debut in 1984. This live album captures the band's vibrant stage presence during a period when they sought to reaffirm their position in the heavy metal scene, following the commercial struggles of the early '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mötley Crüe· Twisted Sister· Ratt
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 The Medley Start here 11:32
- 2 Wild Child 6:03
- 3 Animal (F**k Like a Beast) 4:12
- 4 L.O.V.E. Machine 4:16
- 5 Killahead 3:50
- 6 I Wanna Be Somebody 6:27
- 7 U 5:34
- 8 The Real Me 3:36
- 9 Kill Your Pretty Face 6:34
- 10 The Horror 9:10
Disc 2
- 1 Blind in Texas 5:34
- 2 The Headless Children 5:46
- 3 The Idol 6:14
- 4 Crimson Idol Medley 10:37
- 5 Little Death 4:16
- 6 Mean Man 3:51
- 7 Rock 'n' Roll to Death 3:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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