Essential glam rock listening

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.

The glam rock essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Aerosmith

Aerosmith

Aerosmith

Raw blues-infused rock combines with soaring melodies, paving the way for Aerosmith's signature sound.

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Honkin' on Bobo

Aerosmith

Honkin' on Bobo

Aerosmith's blues-infused rock reverberates with raw energy and seasoned swagger, celebrating classic influences with vibrant authenticity.

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Brutal Planet

Alice Cooper

Brutal Planet

A dark and aggressive exploration of dystopian themes wrapped in heavy metal riffs and theatrical storytelling.

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Toys in the Attic

Aerosmith

Toys in the Attic

Aerosmith's 'Toys in the Attic' blends gritty blues rock with infectious hooks and vibrant energy.

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Welcome to My Nightmare

Alice Cooper

Welcome to My Nightmare

A theatrical blend of rock and horror that challenges the boundaries of musical performance.

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The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars

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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Devil's Got a New Disguise: The Very Best of Aerosmith

Aerosmith

Devil's Got a New Disguise: The Very Best of Aerosmith

Aerosmith's greatest hits surge with a blend of bluesy grit and hard rock anthems that defined a generation.

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Ta-Dah

Scissor Sisters

Ta-Dah

A vibrant blend of disco-infused pop and glam rock that ignites dance floors with infectious energy.

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Skull Ring

Iggy Pop

Skull Ring

A vibrant blend of punk energy and rock swagger infused with Iggy's trademark irreverence.

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Roxy Music

Roxy Music

Roxy Music

A vibrant fusion of glam rock and art pop, filled with avant-garde experimentation and lush orchestration.

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Avenue B

Iggy Pop

Avenue B

Iggy Pop's Avenue B blends raw punk energy with introspective lyrics and a laid-back musicality that defies traditional rock boundaries.

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Night Work

Scissor Sisters

Night Work

A vibrant blend of disco-infused pop and electroclash with anthemic hooks and playful lyricism.

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Magic Hour

Scissor Sisters

Magic Hour

A vibrant blend of disco-infused pop and glam rock brimming with theatrical energy.

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The Idiot

Iggy Pop

The Idiot

A raw fusion of avant-garde rock and electronic textures, reflecting a chaotic yet introspective soundscape.

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Scissor Sisters

Scissor Sisters

Scissor Sisters

Euphoric disco beats merge with theatrical pop melodies, creating a vibrant celebration of love and identity.

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Il ballo della vita

Måneskin

Il ballo della vita

Energetic glam rock meets infectious pop melodies, creating a vibrant soundtrack for youthful rebellion.

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Siren

Roxy Music

Siren

A seductive blend of art rock and glam, wrapped in lush arrangements and evocative lyrics.

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Bestiario musicale

Lucio Corsi

Bestiario musicale

A whimsical blend of indie pop and folk, adorned with vivid storytelling and playful arrangements.

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Cosa faremo da grandi?

Lucio Corsi

Cosa faremo da grandi?

A whimsical blend of indie pop and folk that captures youthful curiosity and existential questions with lush melodies.

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Super Trouper

ABBA

Super Trouper

A vibrant tapestry of pop melodies, layered harmonies, and disco grooves that captures the essence of early '80s exuberance.

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The Works

Queen

The Works

A dynamic blend of rock anthems and synth-driven pop, showcasing Queen's theatricality and innovation.

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The Game

Queen

The Game

A vibrant blend of rock and pop that showcases Queen's diverse musical palette and playful experimentation.

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Rocks

Aerosmith

Rocks

A high-octane blend of blues-infused hard rock and glam swagger that defined the 1970s sound.

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Permanent Vacation

Aerosmith

Permanent Vacation

Aerosmith blends hard rock grit with glam influences, delivering catchy hooks and a vibrant party atmosphere.

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