Twelve Shots on the Rocks
Hanoi Rocks · 2002
56 min · 18 tracks · hard rock
A raucous blend of glam punk energy and hard rock grit captures the essence of a bygone era with modern flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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New York City — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of catchy hooks and vibrant lyrics that reflect urban life, making it a standout anthem.
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Obscured — The song features an infectious melody combined with introspective lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to balance rock exuberance with deeper themes.
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In My Darkest Moment — With its haunting melodies and emotionally charged lyrics, this track highlights the band's maturity and willingness to confront personal struggles.
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People Like Me — This track is an energetic declaration of individuality and resilience, embodying the rebellious spirit that defines Hanoi Rocks.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- urban nightlife energy throughout
- cathartic anthems for late nights
- consistent flow with emotional peaks
- short bursts of gritty intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate gratification tracks
- seek lengthy, meditative experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Twelve Shots on the Rocks marked Hanoi Rocks' first studio album in over a decade, following their disbandment in 1985. The band reunited in the late '90s, and this album aimed to re-establish their presence within the rock scene, showcasing their evolution while honoring their glam roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New York Dolls· The Darkness· T. Rex
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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In My Darkest Moment
The writing shifts from reflective observations to a direct confrontation with despair, revealing vulnerability amidst powerful imagery.
This transition underscores a raw honesty that is rare in the band's earlier work, indicating growth and complexity in their songwriting.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:27
- 2 Obscured 4:10
- 3 Bad News 3:48
- 4 New York City 3:52
- 5 Delirious 3:13
- 6 A Day Late, a Dollar Short 3:05
- 7 In My Darkest Moment 4:21
- 8 People Like Me 2:54
- 9 Whatcha Want 4:19
- 10 Moonlite Dance 2:55
- 11 Gypsy Boots 4:14
- 12 Lucky 3:18
- 13 Watch This 3:51
- 14 Designs on You 3:49
- 15 L.A.C.U. 0:18
- 16 Are You Lonely Tonight? 3:09
- 17 Winged Bull 4:27
- 18 Up in Smoke 0:37
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