What makes Sin-Decade by Pretty Maids notable?

Sin-Decade reached considerable commercial success, charting in several countries and contributing to the band's lasting presence in the European metal scene. The album's single 'Who Said Money' received significant airplay, capturing the zeitgeist of the early '90s rock landscape and cementing Pretty Maids as a key player in hard rock. Released in 1992, Sin-Decade marked Pretty Maids' fifth studio album, coming after their breakthrough success with 1989's Jump the Gun. The band was solidifying its reputation in the hard rock scene, navigating a pivotal transition as grunge began to rise. This album showcases their melodic sensibility while maintaining the heavy riffs characteristic of their earlier work.

Who is Sin-Decade for?

Sin-Decade works well if you're into steady mid-tempo anthems, invigorating sing-along moments and uplifting choruses for motivation.

How many songs are on Sin-Decade?

Sin-Decade has 11 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Sin-Decade

Pretty Maids · 1992

45 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant blend of hard rock and power metal fueled by catchy hooks and anthemic choruses that resonate with the early '90s sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Who Said Money — This track features a catchy chorus that critiques materialism, embodying the album's sharp social commentary while showcasing the band's signature melodic approach.
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Sin-Decade — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of excess and disillusionment, driven by powerful guitar riffs and an engaging vocal performance from Ronnie Atkins.
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Nightmare in the Neighbourhood — This song combines vivid storytelling with a haunting melody, making it a standout representation of both lyrical depth and musical complexity on the album.

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 songwriting and production typical of early '90s hard rock but lacks standout depth.

What we noticed

The first three tracks are high-energy anthems with driving guitar riffs and soaring vocals, establishing a strong opening.
Several songs feature dual guitar harmonies that create a rich, layered sound, particularly in the choruses.

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 mid-tempo anthems
invigorating sing-along moments
uplifting choruses for motivation
consistent flow for focused listening
melodic hooks that energize

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, punchy tracks
seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified Pretty Maids' reputation after their earlier success.
Career context: Released in 1992, Sin-Decade marked Pretty Maids' fifth studio album, coming after their breakthrough success with 1989's Jump the Gun. The band was solidifying its reputation in the hard rock scene, navigating a pivotal transition as grunge began to rise. This album showcases their melodic sensibility while maintaining the heavy riffs characteristic of their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors: Helloween· Stratovarius· Gamma Ray