Rock & Roll Is Dead
The Hellacopters · 2005
40 min · 13 tracks · hard rock
A high-octane blend of gritty riffs and infectious melodies, capturing the spirit of rock revival.
Why this album works
This album played a significant role in revitalizing garage rock and hard rock in the early 2000s, contributing to the genre's resurgence. It received positive reviews from various publications, including a notable mention in Pitchfork, which highlighted its raw energy and nostalgic appeal.
- Career context
- When 'Rock & Roll Is Dead' was released in 2005, The Hellacopters were solidifying their status as a prominent force in the hard rock scene following their critically acclaimed album 'By the Grace of God' in 2002. This album marked a continuation of their energetic style while also showcasing their evolution as songwriters amid a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crush 40· Myles Kennedy· Mötley Crüe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Before the Fall Standout 2:11
- 2 Everything's on T.V. Standout 3:14
- 3 Monkeyboy 2:38
- 4 No Angel to Lay Me Away 3:55
- 5 Bring It on Home 2:11
- 6 Leave It Alone 4:00
- 7 Murder on My Mind Standout 3:10
- 8 I'm in the Band 3:19
- 9 Put Out the Fire 3:08
- 10 I Might Come See You Tonight 3:24
- 11 Nothing Terribly New 2:59
- 12 Make It Tonight 2:44
- 13 Time Got No Time to Wait for Me 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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