Vicious Circle
L.A. Guns · 1994
56 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · glam metal · sleaze rock
A gritty fusion of glam metal swagger and hard rock grit, showcasing raw energy and catchy hooks.
Why this album works
'Vicious Circle' is significant for its commercial performance, peaking at number 58 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album received mixed reviews but helped solidify L.A. Guns' presence in the hard rock scene during a time when many glam metal bands were struggling to adapt to the new musical climate of the mid-90s.
- Best for
- dynamic flow with energetic peaks gritty anthems for late nights catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on October 5, 1994, 'Vicious Circle' marked L.A. Guns' fifth studio album, following their 1991 release 'Hollywood Vampires.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing rock landscape dominated by grunge, leading to a more aggressive sound in their music as they sought to remain relevant in a shifting industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mötley Crüe· Faster Pussycat· Vains of Jenna
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Face Down Standout 4:08
- 2 No Crime 2:37
- 3 Long Time Dead 3:21
- 4 Killing Machine Standout 3:26
- 5 Fade Away 4:11
- 6 Tarantula 0:56
- 7 Crystal Eyes 5:53
- 8 Nothing Better to Do 2:51
- 9 Chasing the Dragon 4:50
- 10 Kill That Girl 3:13
- 11 I'd Love to Change the World Standout 3:39
- 12 Who's in Control (Let 'em Roll) 4:02
- 13 I'm the One 2:27
- 14 Why Ain't I Bleeding 4:32
- 15 Kiss of Death 5:54
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