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Under the Blade

Twisted Sister · 1982

39 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · glam metal

A raw and energetic blend of glam metal and hard rock that captures youthful rebellion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for energetic vibes
  • youthful rebellion and defiance
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • cathartic release of energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow and slow tunes
  • avoid themes of rebellion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 18, 1982, 'Under the Blade' was Twisted Sister's debut album, establishing them as a key player in the glam metal scene. Prior to this, they had gained a following through live performances and NYC club shows, but this album marked their first major studio effort.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Def Leppard· W.A.S.P.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What You Don’t Know (Sure Can Hurt You) 4:45
  • 2 Bad Boys (Of Rock ’n’ Roll) 3:19
  • 3 Run for Your Life 3:27
  • 4 Sin After Sin 3:22
  • 5 Shoot ’em Down 3:52
  • 6 Destroyer 4:15
  • 7 Under the Blade 4:39
  • 8 Tear It Loose 3:07
  • 9 I’ll Never Grow Up, Now! 4:08
  • 10 Day of the Rocker 5:00

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