80s Metal Archives - Cryptic Rock

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Mötley Crüe – Shout at the Devil (Deluxe Limited Edition Box Set Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 26, 2023

If Mötley Crüe’s 1981 debut album Too Fast for Love ignited interest in the band further beyond the limits of the Sunset Strip, then 1983’s Shout at the Devil set the entire world on fire. Released on September 23rd of 1983 through Elektra, Shout at the ... Read More

Extreme – Six (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 26, 2023

One of the more recognized bands from the mid-80s era of Rock, Extreme has a lot going for them. Standing out, many of course remember Extreme 1990’s Extreme II: Pornograffitti album which featured the mega hit “More Than Words.” A song that is the quintessential power ballad, oddly ... Read More

Dokken – Heaven Comes Down (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 24, 2023

One of the biggest bands during the ‘80s era of Hard Rock and Metal was unquestionably Dokken. With origins dating back to the late ‘70s, Dokken stamp on the ‘80s scene early on with hits such as 1983’s “Breaking the Chains,” leading through to 1986’s ... Read More

Interview – Janet Gardner

CrypticRockCrypticRockSeptember 15, 2023

Right up there with other leading ladies of Heavy Metal and Hard Rock during the 1980s such as Lita Ford or Doro Pesch, Janet Gardner is a voice to be reckoned with. Building a career as the leading voice of the all-female band Vixen, they ... Read More

Janet Gardner & Justin James – No Strings (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockJuly 24, 2023

Famously known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Vixen, Janet Gardner has dedicated most of her life to music. A powerful vocalist, most recognize her for such Vixen hits that include “Edge of a Broken Heart” and “Cryin’,” but how many people are ... Read More

Interview – John Gallagher of Raven

CrypticRockCrypticRockJuly 17, 2023

One of the earliest bands on the New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene, Raven is not to be overlooked. Forming in 1974, they would be the inspiration and influence of countless other bands that followed thanks to their heavy, thrashy sound and ability to ... Read More

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