Too Much Too Soon cover

Too Much Too Soon

New York Dolls · 1974

37 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · shock rock

A raucous blend of glam rock swagger and gritty punk energy that refuses to be contained.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • raucous party energy
  • sing-along camaraderie
  • playful irreverence throughout
  • short bursts of excitement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, contemplative music
  • seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 1, 1974, 'Too Much Too Soon' was the New York Dolls' sophomore album, coming after their self-titled debut in 1973. The band was riding a wave of underground buzz but faced challenges with mainstream acceptance and lineup stability. This album marked a crucial point as they attempted to solidify their place in the burgeoning punk scene while grappling with internal tensions.
Stylistic neighbors
The Stooges· David Bowie· Alice Cooper

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Babylon 3:33
  • 2 Stranded in the Jungle 3:51
  • 3 Who Are the Mystery Girls? 3:09
  • 4 (There’s Gonna Be a) Showdown 3:39
  • 5 It’s Too Late 4:37
  • 6 Puss ’n’ Boots 3:06
  • 7 Chatterbox 2:27
  • 8 Bad Detective 3:39
  • 9 Don’t Start Me Talkin’ 3:15
  • 10 Human Being 5:43

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