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Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich
Rock · 1988 · 4 tracks

Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich

Warrant's 1989 debut, 'Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich,' is a quintessential glam metal album, delivering a potent blend of catchy party anthems and soaring power ballads. Featuring hit singles like

1988 · Columbia

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This is the sound of late 80s excess, a vibrant snapshot of the Sunset Strip glam metal scene. 'Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich' is an album that demands to be played loud, whether you're cruising down the highway, pumping iron, or just needing a shot of pure, unadulterated rock 'n' roll energy. It's got the swagger of party anthems like 'Down Boys' and '32 Pennies,' balanced by the heartfelt, arena-ready power ballads 'Heaven' and 'Sometimes She Cries.' Jani Lane's vocals are at their peak, delivering both playful bravado and genuine emotion, backed by slick production and guitar work that, regardless of who played it, absolutely shreds. Own this if you crave catchy hooks, big choruses, and a nostalgic trip to a time when rock was all about fun, flash, and feeling rich.

Tracklist · 4 Tracks
05
So Damn Pretty (Should Be Against the Law)
3:32
07
In the Sticks
4:06
09
Ridin’ High
3:07
10
Cold Sweat
3:29
Moments Worth Listening For
The immediate, driving guitar riff and anthemic chorus of 'Down Boys' that perfectly encapsulates the album's energy.
The emotional build and soaring, multi-layered vocal harmonies in the power ballad 'Heaven', leading to its iconic guitar solo.
The cheeky, materialistic lyrics and insistent, catchy rhythm of '32 Pennies', showcasing the band's playful side.
The raw, heartfelt vocal delivery by Jani Lane on 'Sometimes She Cries', conveying genuine vulnerability amidst the hard rock sheen.
Reviews

How does Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich sound next to the rest of Warrant's catalogue?

Urban Night+0.9σ

Urban Night saturates this record a touch more than the artist's norm.

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