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Night of Destruction

The Stooges · 1991

106 min · 21 tracks · punk · proto-punk

A chaotic fusion of raw energy and sonic experimentation that embodies the spirit of punk's rebellious ethos.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic energy for late-night
  • long centerpieces for deep focus
  • wave-like pacing for dynamic shifts
  • raw power in rebellious moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, catchy tracks
  • seek polished, refined sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Night of Destruction' came during a period of resurgence for The Stooges after their initial dissolution in the early 1970s. This album followed their reunion and marked their return to the music scene, showcasing an evolution in sound while staying true to their punk roots.
Stylistic neighbors
MC5· The Velvet Underground· New York Dolls

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I Got a Right 2:36
  • 2 Johanna 3:07
  • 3 Gimme Some Skin 2:42
  • 4 I Got Nothin’ 3:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Raw Power 4:19
  • 2 Head On 4:52
  • 3 Purple Haze 3:11
  • 4 I'm Waiting for My Man 2:01
  • 5 Radio Ad 1:03

Disc 3

  • 1 Gimme Danger 7:52
  • 2 Open Up and Bleed 4:00
  • 3 Heavy Liquid / I Got Nothing 6:32
  • 4 Dynamite Boogie 4:49

Disc 4

  • 1 Open Up and Bleed 12:33
  • 2 She Creatures of Hollywood Hills 10:54

Disc 5

  • 1 What You Gonna Do 4:57
  • 2 Gimme Danger 6:42
  • 3 Ron Asheton Speaking 9:22

Disc 6

  • 1 I Got Nothing 4:15
  • 2 Search and Destroy 3:43
  • 3 Cock in My Pocket 3:25

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