What makes Quaternary by Mötley Crüe notable?

'Quaternary' is significant as it served as a bridge between Mötley Crüe's classic glam metal roots and the shifting trends of the mid-90s rock scene. The EP was notable for its attempt to remain relevant amidst the rise of grunge and alternative rock, showcasing the band's resilience despite a changing music industry landscape. Released in January 1994, 'Quaternary' marked Mötley Crüe's return after a brief hiatus, coming between their commercially successful album 'Dr. Feelgood' and their later self-titled album. This EP reflects a shift towards a more mature sound as the band faced evolving musical landscapes and personal challenges.

Who is Quaternary for?

Quaternary works well if you're into concise energetic flow throughout, front-loaded urgency and intensity and quick bursts of raw emotion.

How many songs are on Quaternary?

Quaternary has 5 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Quaternary

Mötley Crüe · 1994

18 min · 5 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal

A raw and gritty exploration of glam metal's edges, with an urgency that captures a transitional era for the band.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise energetic flow throughout
front-loaded urgency and intensity
quick bursts of raw emotion
short tracks for instant gratification

Maybe skip if you want

long, immersive listening preferences
slow-paced reflective moods

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1994, 'Quaternary' marked Mötley Crüe's return after a brief hiatus, coming between their commercially successful album 'Dr. Feelgood' and their later self-titled album. This EP reflects a shift towards a more mature sound as the band faced evolving musical landscapes and personal challenges.
Stylistic neighbors: Poison· Guns N' Roses· Def Leppard