Ep. 099 Warrant's classic debut album, "DRFSR" - Review & Reaction!
Welcome to the era of big hair, glam metal, and anthemic rock tunes with Warrant's explosive debut album, "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich." Released in 1989, this album catapulted the Californian quintet into the mainstream spotlight, marking their territory with a perfect blend of catchy hooks, power ballads, and unapologetic glam aesthetics.
Led by the charismatic and unmistakable vocals of Jani Lane, Warrant's "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich" is a sonic rollercoaster that captures the essence of the late '80s glam metal scene. The album kicks off with the high-energy anthem "32 Pennies," setting the tone for what's to come – a wild ride through the excess and attitude of the Sunset Strip.
At the heart of the album is the iconic power ballad "Heaven," a timeless classic that soared to the top of the charts and solidified Warrant's place in the glam metal pantheon. With its heartfelt lyrics and Lane's emotive delivery, "Heaven" became an anthem for a generation, striking a perfect balance between power and vulnerability.
Tracks like "Down Boys" and "Sometimes She Cries" and a personal favorite, "Big Talk", showcase Warrant's ability to seamlessly blend sleazy riffs with infectious melodies, creating a sound that's both rebellious and irresistibly melodic. The album's title track, "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich," is a swaggering, in-your-face declaration of rock 'n' roll hedonism, complete with shredding guitar solos and a party-ready attitude.
Warrant's debut is a snapshot of a bygone era, capturing the spirit of a time when excess was celebrated, and the Sunset Strip was the epicenter of rock decadence. "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich" remains a quintessential album for fans of glam metal, a sonic time capsule that transports listeners back to the heyday of teased hair, leather, and arena-sized rock anthems. Get ready to crank up the volume and relive the glory days with Warrant's unforgettable debut.
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Ep. 053 Gregg interviews both interns, Halloween style!
Ep. 052 Halloween Episode, 2022 Style!!
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Ep. 048 Part2 PRIEST!! PRIEST!! PRIEST!! Chris and Gregg continue there look back at Judas Priest albums British Steel thru Turbo!!!!
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Ep. 046 Part 2 Chris and Gregg look at the movies, TV, and events that shaped 1987!
Ep. 045 Part 1 Chris and Gregg go back in time and revisit the albums and music of 1987!!
Ep. 044 Chris and Gregg revisit the early days of the ECW!!
Ep. 043 Part 2, Ratt N’ Roll!!!!! Chris and Gregg revisit Ratt’s first 3 albums!!!! Plus, Gregg’s betrayal of Chris!!!
Ep. 042 Part 1, Ratt N’ Roll!!!!! Chris and Gregg revisit Ratt’s first 3 albums!!!!
Ep. 041 Part 2 of our look back at the first 2 albums from one of our favorites, Slaughter!
Ep. 040 Part 1 of our look back at the first 2 albums from one of our favorites, Slaughter!
Ep. 039, Poison Part 2. Chris and Gregg finish up their review of Poison’s first 3 albums.
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