Quiet Riot II
Quiet Riot · 1978
41 min · 9 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant fusion of glam rock riffs and anthemic choruses that captures the exuberance of late '70s hard rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Slick Black Cadillac Start here — This track showcases a perfect blend of catchy hooks and heavy guitar riffs, embodying the band's glam rock spirit while becoming a fan favorite.
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You Drive Me Crazy — With its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, this song captures the carefree energy of late '70s rock, making it a signature piece for the band.
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Killer Girls — This track exemplifies Quiet Riot's knack for catchy melodies paired with hard-hitting instrumentation, representing their unique position within the glam metal landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo energy boost
- sing-along moments with friends
- catchy choruses for road trips
- exuberant vibes for celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced introspective listening
- background music seekers
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped solidify Quiet Riot's reputation in the glam metal genre.
- Career context
- Quiet Riot II was the band's second studio album, released in December 1978, following their self-titled debut. The album came during a formative time for the band as they were establishing themselves in the glam metal scene, leveraging the success of their earlier work to further refine their sound and image.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Twisted Sister· Ratt· Def Leppard
Tracklist
- 1 Slick Black Cadillac Start here 5:09
- 2 You Drive Me Crazy 4:17
- 3 Afterglow (of Your Love) 3:37
- 4 Eye for an Eye 4:02
- 5 Trouble 5:10
- 6 Killer Girls 4:50
- 7 Face to Face 4:39
- 8 Inside You 4:50
- 9 We've Got the Magic 4:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Too Much Too Soon
New York Dolls
Shares the same glam rock flair with anthemic hooks and a raw, energetic vibe.
Van Halen
Van Halen
Both feature flashy guitar work and exuberant choruses, capturing late '70s hard rock spirit.
Love Gun
Kiss
Combines theatricality and hard rock riffs with catchy melodies, similar to the glam metal essence.
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