What makes Rev It Up by Vixen notable?

Rev It Up reached No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidified Vixen's position as prominent figures in the glam metal movement. The album featured tracks that received significant radio play, contributing to its legacy as a staple of early '90s rock music. Released in early 1990, Rev It Up marked Vixen's second studio album following their self-titled debut. The record came during a period of rising popularity for the band, showcasing their signature blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities just before the genre's decline in mainstream relevance.

Who is Rev It Up for?

Rev It Up works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Rev It Up?

Rev It Up has 11 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Rev It Up

Vixen · 1990

51 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

High-octane hard rock anthems intertwine with melodic hooks and fierce guitar riffs, embodying the spirit of the late '80s glam metal scene.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rev It Up — The title track sets the tone for the album with its driving energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating Vixen's hard rock ethos and party-ready vibe.
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Love Is a Killer — This song combines powerful vocals with a memorable hook, illustrating the band's knack for blending emotional lyrics with infectious melodies.
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Bad Reputation — An empowering anthem that showcases the band's defiant spirit, this track resonates with themes of individuality and rebellion, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Only a Heartbeat Away — Featuring a more introspective tone, this ballad highlights the vocal prowess of frontwoman Janet Gardner, demonstrating the band's versatility within their hard rock framework.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid hard rock songwriting but lacks standout tracks that elevate it above its peers.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with driving guitar riffs and anthemic choruses, establishing a consistent hard rock vibe.
Several songs feature dual harmonies in the verses, creating a layered vocal texture that enhances the melodic hooks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
uplifting motivational vibes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in early 1990, Rev It Up marked Vixen's second studio album following their self-titled debut. The record came during a period of rising popularity for the band, showcasing their signature blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities just before the genre's decline in mainstream relevance.
Stylistic neighbors: Lita Ford· Heart· Pat Benatar

Tracklist

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

1 Rev It Up 5:01
2 How Much Love 4:40
3 Love Is a Killer 4:43
4 Not a Minute Too Soon 4:26
5 Streets in Paradise 4:32
6 Hard 16 4:05
7 Bad Reputation 4:09
8 Fallen Hero 5:17
9 Only a Heartbeat Away 5:07
10 It Wouldn’t Be Love 4:42
11 Wrecking Ball 5:12

What to play next

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