On Flame with Rock and Roll cover

On Flame with Rock and Roll

Blue Öyster Cult · 1990

30 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock

A dynamic fusion of hard rock and psychedelic elements that ignites the spirit of rebellious youth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energizing anthems for celebration
  • steady groove for road trips
  • rebellious spirit igniting energy
  • dynamic tracks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'On Flame with Rock and Roll' in 1990, Blue Öyster Cult was navigating a transitional phase as they sought to rejuvenate their sound after a series of commercially fluctuating albums. This album followed their 1988 release 'Imaginos' and marked an effort to re-establish their presence in the heavy metal scene during a time when grunge was rising in popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
UFO· Rainbow· Deep Purple

Tracklist

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

  • 1 (Don’t Fear) The Reaper 5:05
  • 2 Transmaniacon MC 3:21
  • 3 Cities on Flame With Rock and Roll 4:04
  • 4 Kick Out the Jams 3:09
  • 5 R.U. Ready 2 Rock 3:40
  • 6 Career of Evil 2:58
  • 7 Godzilla 3:42
  • 8 Burnin’ for You 4:29

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