Rock City cover

Rock City

Riot V · 1977

33 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · power metal · speed metal

An explosive blend of hard rock and power metal that captures the raw energy of late '70s rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo energy
  • explosive anthems for celebration
  • sing-along choruses with friends
  • focused listening on road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective sounds
  • dislike consistent pacing throughout

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Rock City' was released in November 1977, Riot V was still establishing themselves in the burgeoning heavy metal scene. This debut album followed their formation in 1975 and set the stage for their future influence on the genre, particularly as they blended hard rock with speed metal elements.
Stylistic neighbors
HammerFall· Blind Guardian· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Desperation 2:45
  • 2 Warrior 3:52
  • 3 Rock City 3:31
  • 4 Overdrive 4:14
  • 5 Angel 3:39
  • 6 Tokyo Rose 4:22
  • 7 Heart of Fire 3:02
  • 8 Gypsy Queen 3:58
  • 9 This Is What I Get 4:09

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata