Released 40 years ago
Nasty Nasty
Black 'N Blue · 1986
38 min · 9 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of glam metal riffs and catchy hooks that encapsulate the exuberance of mid-80s rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nasty Nasty — The title track sets the tone for the album with its infectious chorus and high-energy guitar work, embodying the spirit of glam metal.
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I Want It All (I Want It Now) — This anthem showcases an irresistible hook and relatable lyrics about seizing desires, making it a standout among fans seeking empowerment in rock.
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Kiss of Death — With its darker themes and powerful instrumentation, this track contrasts with the album’s more upbeat songs, displaying the band's versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid glam metal elements but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its peers.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy title track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- The lyrics across the album often focus on themes of desire and rebellion, matching the upbeat instrumentation.
- The final track slows down slightly compared to earlier songs, providing a moment of reflection before concluding.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- upbeat tracks for party vibes
- short bursts of energetic fun
- sing-along choruses with friends
- catchy hooks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening preferences
- preference for lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Nasty Nasty' is Black 'N Blue's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Without Love'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the glam metal scene alongside contemporaries like Poison and Mötley Crüe, aiming to capture mainstream success with a polished sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nasty Nasty 4:28
- 2 I Want It All (I Want It Now) 4:23
- 3 Does She or Doesn’t She 4:16
- 4 Kiss of Death 5:02
- 5 12 O’Clock High 3:40
- 6 Do What You Wanna Do 4:12
- 7 I’ll Be There for You 3:45
- 8 Rules 3:38
- 9 Best in the West 4:44
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