The best Shock Rock albums
of the 1970s.
Where to start with 1970–1979 shock rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 1970s — shock rock
Top picks from 1970–1979, ranked by where we would start.
Alice Cooper
Muscle of Love
A gritty blend of glam rock and hard-hitting riffs, punctuated by theatrical storytelling and raw energy.
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Alice Cooper
From the Inside
A theatrical exploration of personal demons, blending hard rock riffs with introspective lyrics and Alice Cooper's signature macabre flair.
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New York Dolls
New York Dolls
A flamboyant collision of glam rock and punk energy, raw and unabashedly theatrical with a touch of New York grit.
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New York Dolls
Too Much Too Soon
A raucous blend of glam rock and punk energy, laced with sardonic wit and raw, gritty instrumentation.
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Alice Cooper
Easy Action
A theatrical blend of hard rock and proto-heavy metal infused with dark humor and biting social commentary.
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Alice Cooper
Love It to Death
A raw, theatrical blend of hard rock and heavy metal infused with dark humor and rebellious spirit.
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Arthur Brown
Galactic Zoo Dossier
A kaleidoscopic blend of theatrical rock, spacey soundscapes, and surreal lyricism that transports listeners to an otherworldly dimension.
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