Quiet Riot
Quiet Riot · 1978
37 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
A raucous blend of glam rock energy and heavy metal guitar riffs that captures the youthful rebellion of the late 1970s.
Top tracks — play these first
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It's Not So Funny Start here — The opening track sets an energetic tone with catchy hooks and punchy lyrics, embodying the rebellious spirit that defines much of the album.
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Mama's Little Angels — This song showcases a more melodic side of the band while retaining their hard rock edge, reflecting themes of youthful defiance and camaraderie.
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Demolition Derby — Closing the album with a high-energy anthem, this track combines gritty lyrics with driving rhythms, encapsulating the band's hard rock ethos.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energy for road trips
- sing-along moments with friends
- nostalgic vibes of late 70s
- short bursts of lively fun
- raw excitement for party nights
Maybe skip if you
- seeking slow, introspective sounds
- prefer complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut album marked Quiet Riot's entry into the hard rock scene.
- Career context
- Quiet Riot, led by vocalist Kevin DuBrow, released their self-titled debut album in 1978, a crucial starting point for the band as they began to carve out their niche in the hard rock scene. This album came before their commercial breakthrough with 'Metal Health' in 1983, showcasing their early sound characterized by a mix of glam rock and heavy metal influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Twisted Sister· Ratt· Def Leppard
Tracklist
- 1 It's Not So Funny Start here 3:20
- 2 Mama's Little Angels 3:02
- 3 Tin Soldier (Small Faces Cover) 3:31
- 4 Ravers 3:04
- 5 Back to the Coast 2:47
- 6 Glad All Over (The Dave Clark Five Cover) 3:09
- 7 Get Your Kicks 2:47
- 8 Look in Any Window 3:40
- 9 Just How You Want It 2:43
- 10 Riot Reunion 2:08
- 11 Fit to Be Tied 3:30
- 12 Demolition Derby 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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