EP814 Ten 80’s Bands Still Relevant Today

There has been a lot of shade thrown at 80’s rockers lately. Many are being told that it’s time to “retire”... AS IF!  While many rockers of this vintage seem like they have seen better days, there are some that are definitely still kicking hard; with live shows or albums… sometimes both!

On this week’s Loudini Rock & Roll Circus podcast we will tell you about 10 who are still worth checking out

 

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What We Did This Week:

Lily: WASP, Wizards of Winter, Ultimate Acoustic, Guitar Show, Steel Heart,

 

Pittsburgh Kevin: so bad it’s good: The Lou Poop Song, Leave The World Behind, Shred with Shifty

 

Loudini: Yngwie Review, Billy Hume explains the “real” reason so much modern music sounds the same, Rock ‘N Roll True Stories Jani Lane short Bio, Rock Feed says that Sabastian Bach is “alright”, Minty tells us 10 things we didn’t know about the classic film “Heavy Metal” Smile 2,

1. Metallica

• YouTube: Metallica Official Channel
• Wikipedia: Metallica
  Known for defining thrash metal with albums like Master of Puppets and The Black Album.

Iron Maiden

• YouTube: Iron Maiden Official Channel
• Wikipedia: Iron Maiden
  Pioneers of British heavy metal, famous for epic tracks like The Trooper.

Slayer

• YouTube: Slayer Official Channel
• Wikipedia: Slayer
  Known for their intense speed metal and iconic album Reign in Blood.

Anthrax

• YouTube: Anthrax Official Channel
• Wikipedia: Anthrax
  Thrash metal legends and key members of the "Big Four" of thrash.

Pantera

• YouTube: Pantera Official Channel
• Wikipedia: Pantera
  Known for groove metal anthems like Walk and Cowboys from Hell.

4. Def Leppard

With Diamond Star Halos (2022), Def Leppard remains a major act, often co-headlining tours. Their signature anthems continue to electrify live audiences.

• More on Def Leppard
• Spotify
• Reviews

5. Judas Priest

Judas Priest is an enduring heavy metal powerhouse. Rob Halford’s vocals, combined with their aggressive riffs, make every show an unforgettable experience.

• More on Judas Priest
• Spotify
• Reviews

6. Scorpions

The Scorpions continue to impress with their 2022 album Rock Believer. They remain beloved globally, delivering powerful live sets of classic hits and new material.

• More on Scorpions
• Spotify

7. Queensrÿche

With their progressive sound, Queensrÿche released Digital Noise Alliance in 2022, showing they still innovate. Their live shows include both classics and newer, hard-hitting material.

• More on Queensrÿche
• Spotify
• Reviews

8. Anthrax

A staple of thrash metal, Anthrax combines intense live shows with consistent output. Fans eagerly await their upcoming 2024 album.

• More on Anthrax
• Spotify

9. Megadeth

Megadeth remains a cornerstone of heavy metal. Their 2022 album The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead! received rave reviews, and their live performances are precision-driven and electrifying.

• More on Megadeth
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• Reviews

10. Dokken

Known for their melodic yet hard-hitting sound, Dokken continues to perform live and release music, including their recent 2023 album Heaven Comes Down. Their concerts appeal to fans of classic ‘80s hard rock.

• More on Dokken
• Spotify
• Reviews

 

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Loudini: Chase The Comet; The Road

Lily: Conquest; Love Amplified

Pittsburgh Kevin: Crown Lands; Lady of the Lake