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Metallic K.O.

The Stooges

82 min · 12 tracks · punk · proto-punk

Raw, chaotic energy erupts as The Stooges blend punk irreverence with primal rock instincts.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • raw energy for late nights
  • chaotic bursts of intensity
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • unpredictable twists and turns

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished, refined sounds
  • seek consistent, steady pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Metallic K.O.' captures The Stooges during a tumultuous phase following their disbandment after 'Raw Power' in 1973. This live album showcases the band's gritty performances, featuring tracks from their earlier works and highlighting Iggy Pop's chaotic stage presence while hinting at the influence they would have on future punk movements.
Stylistic neighbors
MC5· The Velvet Underground· New York Dolls

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Heavy Liquid 3:24
  • 2 I Got Nothin’ 4:29
  • 3 Rich Bitch 11:46
  • 4 Gimme Danger 8:12
  • 5 Cock in My Pocket 7:08
  • 6 Louie Louie 3:41

Disc 2

  • 1 Raw Power 5:47
  • 2 Head On 8:30
  • 3 Gimme Danger 7:11
  • 4 Search and Destroy 8:44
  • 5 Heavy Liquid 9:52
  • 6 Open Up and Bleed 3:55

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