Few songs capture the wild spirit of 1980s hard rock quite like ‘Kickstart My Heart’ by Mötley Crüe. Released in 1989 on the band’s album Dr. Feelgood, the track is more than just a high-energy rock anthem—it’s based on one of the most infamous real-life moments in rock history. The song was written primarily by […]
Alright, fellas, let’s be honest: if you grew up in the 80s, you didn’t just listen to Mötley Crüe—you lived through the chaos they caused. From the hairspray-clogged air of the Whiskey a Go Go to the stadium-sized debauchery of the Dr. Feelgood era, these guys provided the soundtrack to our wildest years. Forget the legal drama with […]
Remember 2014? The Mötley Crüe boys sat behind tombstones at a Hollywood press conference and signed a “Cessation of Touring Agreement.” They swore on their leather pants that after 2015, the party was over. No more “Girls, Girls, Girls,” no more spinning drum kits, ust dignity and a quiet sunset. Nikki Sixx even told the press there […]
Released at the height of their late-’80s dominance, “Don’t Go Away Mad (Just Go Away)” showcased a more polished, radio-ready side of Mötley Crüe. The song appeared on the band’s blockbuster 1989 album Dr. Feelgood, a record that marked both a commercial peak and a creative turning point for the notoriously hard-living quartet. By the […]
When Mötley Crüe released ‘Home Sweet Home’ in 1985, it marked a dramatic shift in how fans and critics viewed the band. Known for their wild partying, dangerous theatrics, and hard-edged metal anthems, the Crüe had never been associated with heartfelt sentiment—until they unveiled this now-iconic power ballad on their album Theatre of Pain. The […]
When Mötley Crüe decided to record ‘Smokin’ in the Boys Room,’ they weren’t just cutting a cover—they were making a strategic move that would help pull the band through one of the most chaotic periods of their early career. The song, originally recorded by Brownsville Station in 1973, had been a teenage rebellion anthem long […]
When Mötley Crüe unleashed ‘Looks That Kill’ in early 1984, they were riding the momentum of a band on the verge of something massive. The track was one of the standout songs on their second album, Shout at the Devil, a record that marked their transformation from gritty Sunset Strip upstarts into full-blown heavy metal […]
Boy, my memory fades (it was ’80’s), I saw them open for some folks in the early days. They were true road dogs. This is a loose look at their years on the stage. Where did you first catch Mötley Crüe on stage? Theatre of Pain Tour (1985–1986)Early on, one opener was Guns N’ Roses. […]
Released in 1989 on the band’s blockbuster album Dr. Feelgood, Mötley Crüe’s ‘Don’t Go Away Mad (Just Go Away)’ stands as one of their most melodic and emotionally grounded songs. Written by Nikki Sixx and Mick Mars, it captures the band at a rare moment of clarity, discipline, and creative focus. The title line—an old […]
Mötley Crüe’s ‘Live Wire‘ is one of the band’s most explosive songs and a cornerstone of their early career. Released in 1981 as the opening track and lead single from their debut album Too Fast for Love, the song introduced the world to the band’s raw energy, glam-metal style, and rebellious spirit. Written by bassist […]
While summer may be coming to a close, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy some great rock music. RELATED: ‘Escape’ Is NOT Journey’s Best Album This list features 25 great classic rock songs to close out your summer as the nights unfortunately start to get longer. RELATED: ROCK MOMENT – AC/DC – ‘You Shook Me […]
The rock and roll lifestyle has seen many artists and bands experience tragedy in one form or another. Despite a major shift in a band’s situation, the members decided that “the show must go on.” RELATED: The Sky is Crying: Music Figures We Lost in Aviation Tragedies RELATED: Timeless: 60 Classic Rock Songs with 1 Billion […]