Terrified
Quiet Riot · 1993
52 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
A hard-hitting blend of glam metal and melodic hooks, infused with a gritty edge throughout.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady journey throughout head-nodding anthems for driving gritty edge with melodic hooks
- Context
- Released on July 19, 1993, 'Terrified' marked Quiet Riot's return after a six-year hiatus following their commercially peak album 'Metal Health'. This album came during a transitional phase for the band as they sought to adapt to the changing musical landscape of the early '90s while retaining their signature sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal
Terrified is an album by Quiet Riot, released in 1993. A hard-hitting blend of glam metal and melodic hooks, infused with a gritty edge throughout. 'Terrified' is notable for its mixed critical reception, showcasing a band attempting to re-establish its relevance in a post-grunge era. Despite not achieving commercial success akin to their earlier works, it did help solidify the band's presence in the heavy metal scene during a challenging period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Terrified sound like?
A hard-hitting blend of glam metal and melodic hooks, infused with a gritty edge throughout. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Terrified by Quiet Riot notable?
'Terrified' is notable for its mixed critical reception, showcasing a band attempting to re-establish its relevance in a post-grunge era. Despite not achieving commercial success akin to their earlier works, it did help solidify the band's presence in the heavy metal scene during a challenging period. Released on July 19, 1993, 'Terrified' marked Quiet Riot's return after a six-year hiatus following their commercially peak album 'Metal Health'. This album came during a transitional phase for the band as they sought to adapt to the changing musical landscape of the early '90s while retaining their signature sound.
Who is Terrified for?
Terrified works well if you're into steady journey throughout, head-nodding anthems for driving and gritty edge with melodic hooks.
How many songs are on Terrified?
Terrified has 10 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cold Day in Hell Standout 6:07
- 2 Loaded Gun Standout 6:22
- 3 Itchycoo Park 3:58
- 4 Terrified Standout 4:16
- 5 Rude Boy 5:53
- 6 Dirty Lover 5:45
- 7 Psycho City 6:03
- 8 Rude, Crude Mood 3:47
- 9 Little Angel 4:01
- 10 Resurrection 6:10
Release Date
July 19, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
52 min 25 sec
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