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The Hoople

Mott the Hoople · 1974

50 min · 12 tracks · glam rock

Glam rock exuberance meets lyrical introspection in a vibrant celebration of rock's golden era.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo flow
  • lyrical introspection moments
  • vibrant celebratory atmosphere
  • dynamic emotional contrasts

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1974, 'The Hoople' was Mott the Hoople's fifth studio album, following their commercial breakthrough with 'All the Young Dudes' in 1972. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in glam rock, experimenting with themes of fame and identity, while navigating changes in production and audience expectations.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· T. Rex· The Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Golden Age of Rock ’n’ Roll 3:26
  • 2 Marionette 5:08
  • 3 Alice 5:20
  • 4 Crash Street Kids 4:31
  • 5 Born Late ’58 4:00
  • 6 Trudi’s Song 4:26
  • 7 Pearl ’n’ Roy (England) 4:31
  • 8 Through the Looking Glass 4:37
  • 9 Roll Away the Stone 3:10
  • 10 Where Do You All Come From? 3:26
  • 11 Rest in Peace 3:55
  • 12 Foxy, Foxy 3:32

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata