Live... in the Raw
W.A.S.P. · 1987
74 min · 15 tracks · heavy metal · glam metal
A raw and electrifying live recording that captures the exuberance of glam metal's heyday.
Why this album works
'Live... in the Raw' reached No. 48 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing W.A.S.P.'s enduring popularity during the glam metal boom. The album is notable for its unfiltered presentation and includes live renditions of some of their most iconic tracks, further entrenching their influence on the glam metal genre. It also sparked discussions around censorship due to the band's controversial image and lyrical themes.
- Best for
- exuberant live performance energy dynamic pacing with peaks sing-along crowd participation vibes
- Context
- Released on November 27, 1987, 'Live... in the Raw' was W.A.S.P.'s first live album, following their successful studio efforts like 'The Last Command.' At this point in their career, W.A.S.P. was solidifying their place in the heavy metal scene, having gained notoriety for their theatrical performances and provocative lyrics. This album offered fans a glimpse of the band's live energy and cemented their reputation as a formidable force in glam metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Mötley Crüe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Inside The Electric Circus 4:32
- 2 I Don’t Need No Doctor 3:35
- 3 L.O.V.E. Machine Standout 4:31
- 4 Wild Child 6:02
- 5 9.5.‐N.A.S.T.Y. 5:11
- 6 Sleeping (In The Fire) 5:23
- 7 The Manimal 4:43
- 8 I Wanna Be Somebody Standout 6:43
- 9 Harder Faster 7:19
- 10 Blind In Texas Standout 5:40
- 11 Scream Until You Like It (Theme From The Film “Ghoulies II”) 3:26
- 12 Shoot From The Hip (Live) 5:15
- 13 Widowmaker (Live) 4:35
- 14 Sex Drive (Live) 3:41
- 15 Sleeping In The Fire (Acoustic) 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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