The albums that define
glam rock.
Our picks for where to start with glam rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top glam rock artists
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The glam rock essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
ABBA
Super Trouper
A vibrant blend of infectious melodies and emotional storytelling, wrapped in lush arrangements and disco beats.
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ABBA
ABBA
A vibrant blend of infectious pop melodies and lush harmonies that defined a generation's dance floors.
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Smokie
Solid Ground
A blend of catchy melodies and polished pop-rock arrangements infused with glam influences and heartfelt lyrics.
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Smokie
Wild Horses – The Nashville Album
A polished blend of country-inflected pop rock drenched in heartfelt storytelling and melodic hooks.
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Queen
The Cosmos Rocks
A vibrant blend of classic rock anthems and modern sensibilities reflecting Queen's enduring spirit and collaborative evolution.
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Queen
Queen
A theatrical blend of hard rock and glam aesthetics, bursting with dynamic melodies and flamboyant vocal performances.
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Elton John
Who Believes in Angels?
A vibrant tapestry of pop rock and glam influences, interwoven with reflective lyrics and soulful melodies.
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Elton John
Victim of Love
A vibrant mix of glam rock and pop-infused rhythms, layered with soulful melodies that capture a restless spirit.
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David Bowie
Let's Dance
A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and rock, blending rhythmic grooves with Bowie's signature theatricality.
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David Bowie
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
This album serves as the introduction to Bowie's world, combining compelling storytelling with diverse musical styles. It captures the essence of Bowie's alter ego Ziggy Stardust, making it a captivating starting point for new listeners.
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Aerosmith
Nine Lives
Aerosmith blends bluesy rock riffs with funk-infused grooves and introspective lyrics, showcasing their classic sound with a modern twist.
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Aerosmith
Get a Grip
A blend of hard rock energy and polished production, merging catchy hooks with Aerosmith's signature bluesy flair.
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Iggy Pop
Wild One
A raw and energetic blend of rockabilly rhythms and punk attitude, epitomizing youthful rebellion.
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Iggy Pop
Free
An introspective exploration of mortality, wrapped in sparse instrumentation and haunting melodies.
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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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Lovex
Divine Insanity
‘Divine Insanity’ captures the essence of Lovex’s style, filled with euphoric releases and a mix of vulnerability and bravado. It's an exhilarating ride through their signature sound that sets the stage for what follows.
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Lovex
Watch Out
Glam rock anthems surge with theatrical flair, blending infectious hooks and emotive ballads in a dynamic showcase of energy.
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Iris
Iris IV
A vibrant fusion of glam rock and hard rock, layered with melodic hooks and anthemic choruses that invite sing-alongs.
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Iris
Mirage
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that captures the essence of late '90s Romanian rock.
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The Darkness
Easter Is Cancelled
A flamboyant blend of glam rock and hard-hitting riffs that channels both humor and introspection.
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The Darkness
One Way Ticket to Hell... and Back
Gleefully theatrical glam rock collides with hard-hitting riffs and cheeky humor, creating a flamboyant sonic spectacle.
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Scissor Sisters
Ta-Dah
Ta-Dah features a cohesive blend of upbeat tracks that exemplify the band's signature sound. It's for experiencing their joyous take on modern pop music while highlighting their artistic range.
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Scissor Sisters
K-Mart Disco
A vibrant collage of disco-infused pop and electroclash, merging infectious beats with playful lyrics and flamboyant energy.
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where glam rock landed in each era.