Released 22 years ago this October
Still Hungry
Twisted Sister · 2004
71 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal
A fiery return to form, blending classic glam metal riffs with anthemic choruses and a raw, unapologetic energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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We're Not Gonna Take It Start here — This track serves as the band's rallying cry and remains one of their most recognizable anthems, embodying themes of defiance and rebellion that resonate universally.
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I Wanna Rock — An energetic anthem celebrating youth and freedom, this song captures the essence of the band's glam metal roots while appealing to a new generation.
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The Price — A poignant ballad reflecting on sacrifice and the cost of success, it showcases the band's versatility beyond hard-hitting rock and highlights Dee Snider's emotive vocal delivery.
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S.M.F. — This track is a high-octane celebration of being a heavy metal fan, encapsulating the band's playful yet rebellious spirit that defined their image in the '80s.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album revives classic glam metal elements but lacks significant innovation or depth.
What we noticed
- The pacing is consistent, with most tracks maintaining a high energy level, while the last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the anthemic quality and encouraging audience participation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- anthemic choruses for sing-alongs
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- raucous celebration of energy
- for late-night parties
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, soothing sounds
- seek concise, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return after a decade, showcasing the band's enduring energy.
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Still Hungry marked Twisted Sister's first studio album in over a decade, following their breakup in the late '80s. This album came after a successful reunion tour and aimed to revive their classic sound while introducing new material to their dedicated fan base.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Def Leppard· W.A.S.P.
Tracklist
- 1 Stay Hungry 3:14
- 2 We’re Not Gonna Take It Start here 4:36
- 3 Burn in Hell 5:37
- 4 Horror Teria: A. Captain Howdy / B. Street Justice 8:42
- 5 I Wanna Rock 3:15
- 6 The Price 4:08
- 7 Don’t Let Me Down 4:45
- 8 The Beast 3:25
- 9 S.M.F. 3:28
- 10 Never Say Never 2:19
- 11 Blastin’ Fast & Loud 3:00
- 12 Come Back 6:25
- 13 Plastic Money 4:05
- 14 You Know I Cry 4:21
- 15 Rock ’n’ Roll Saviors 5:04
- 16 Heroes Are Hard to Find 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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