Helldorado
W.A.S.P. · 1999
41 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · glam metal
A raucous blend of glam metal bravado and heavy metal grit, echoing the hedonistic spirit of the late '90s.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo party vibe raucous anthems for late nights hectic energy for driving
- Context
- By the time W.A.S.P. released 'Helldorado' in 1999, they were navigating a declining mainstream popularity since their 1984 debut. This album came after a six-year hiatus following 'Still Not Black Enough' in 1995, marking a return to form with a more polished sound while retaining their outrageous lyrical style.
- If you like
- heavy metal, glam metal
Helldorado is an album by W.A.S.P., released in 1999. A raucous blend of glam metal bravado and heavy metal grit, echoing the hedonistic spirit of the late '90s. 'Helldorado' was notable for its critical reception, with some reviewers highlighting its unabashed celebration of rock excess. The album solidified W.A.S.P.'s place in the heavy metal scene of the late '90s, despite the changing musical landscape that favored grunge and alternative rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Helldorado sound like?
A raucous blend of glam metal bravado and heavy metal grit, echoing the hedonistic spirit of the late '90s. Rooted in heavy metal and glam metal.
What makes Helldorado by W.A.S.P. notable?
'Helldorado' was notable for its critical reception, with some reviewers highlighting its unabashed celebration of rock excess. The album solidified W.A.S.P.'s place in the heavy metal scene of the late '90s, despite the changing musical landscape that favored grunge and alternative rock. By the time W.A.S.P. released 'Helldorado' in 1999, they were navigating a declining mainstream popularity since their 1984 debut. This album came after a six-year hiatus following 'Still Not Black Enough' in 1995, marking a return to form with a more polished sound while retaining their outrageous lyrical style.
Who is Helldorado for?
Helldorado works well if you're into steady mid-tempo party vibe, raucous anthems for late nights and hectic energy for driving.
How many songs are on Helldorado?
Helldorado has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drive By 0:54
- 2 Helldorado Standout 5:05
- 3 Don't Cry (Just Suck) 4:16
- 4 Damnation Angels Standout 6:27
- 5 Dirty Balls 5:19
- 6 High on the Flames 4:11
- 7 Cocaine Cowboys Standout 3:57
- 8 Can't Die Tonight 4:04
- 9 Saturday Night Cockfight 3:20
- 10 Hot Rods to Hell (Helldorado Reprise) 4:13
Release Date
May 18, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 52 sec
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