All Time Favorite MusicQuiet Riot | Explode onto the scene with Quiet Riot, the trailblazing American heavy metal band! Known for shattering records in the early 80s, their powerful hard rock sound and energetic performances defined an era, bringing metal madness straight to the top of the mainstream charts. Pure rock rebellion!
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Their legacy includes thunderous, chart-dominating anthems, brilliantly reimagined covers alongside hard-hitting original rockers. These signature tracks, fueled by raw energy and unforgettable hooks, became synonymous with 80s metal rebellion and remain instantly recognizable rock staples, defining their multi-platinum success and influence.
Released in 1984 as the lead single from Quiet Riot’s album Condition Critical, "Mama Weer All Crazee Now" saw the band covering another Slade glam rock classic. Hoping to repeat the formula of "Cum On Feel the Noize," they delivered a high-energy hard rock rendition, complete with heavy guitars and Kevin DuBrow’s signature shout-along vocals.
While not reaching the phenomenal chart heights of its predecessor, Quiet Riot's "Mama Weer All Crazee Now" (1984) still became a notable hard rock/glam rock hit. It captured the band's concert energy and party attitude, featuring driving rhythms and accessible rock hooks that solidified their place in the mid-80s heavy metal/hard rock scene.
SONG MEANING: Originally by Slade, "Mama Weer All Crazee Now" captures the wild, chaotic energy and collective abandon of being at a rock concert or a raucous party. The lyrics describe the feeling of everyone letting loose, going wild together ("I don't want to drink my whiskey like you do / I don't need to spend my money but I do"), celebrating the noisy, uninhibited fun of the event.
Featured on Quiet Riot's historic 1983 album Metal Health – the first heavy metal album to top the Billboard charts – "Slick Black Cadillac" is a high-energy re-recording of an earlier band track. Updated for their breakthrough lineup, it perfectly captures their potent blend of hard rock hooks and heavy metal power that defined their sound.
Driven by Frankie Banali's powerful drumming, Carlos Cavazo's sharp guitar work, and Kevin DuBrow's distinctive vocals, the 1983 version of "Slick Black Cadillac" became a staple for Quiet Riot. Bridging their past with their phenomenal success, this hard rock/heavy metal track added depth to Metal Health and remains a fan favorite.
SONG MEANING: "Slick Black Cadillac" uses the imagery of the titular car to evoke a sense of cool, dangerous allure, and perhaps a bit of mystery. The lyrics paint a picture associated with cruising, late nights, and possibly a captivating figure ("She's my slick black Cadillac") tied to the vehicle, focusing more on attitude and style than a specific narrative.
Released in 1983 as the lead single from Quiet Riot's Metal Health, their cover of "Cum On Feel the Noize" became an unexpected phenomenon. Originally a 1973 glam rock hit by Slade, Quiet Riot transformed it into a driving hard rock anthem that perfectly captured the burgeoning heavy metal spirit of the early 80s, dominating radio and MTV.
Powered by Kevin DuBrow's iconic opening scream and energetic vocals, "Cum On Feel the Noize" (1983) propelled Quiet Riot's Metal Health to become the first heavy metal album to top the Billboard chart. This hard rock/glam rock cover's infectious energy and singalong chorus made it the ultimate party anthem, defining the sound and attitude of the era.
SONG MEANING: Originally written and performed by Slade, "Cum On Feel the Noize" celebrates the raw energy and excitement of a live rock concert. The lyrics capture the feeling of the band playing loud, the crowd reacting ("Girls, rock your boys"), and the symbiotic relationship between performers and audience feeding off the sheer volume and exhilaration of the show.
