About this album
Where they were
By the time 'Hollywood Raw: The Original Sessions' was released in 2004, L.A. Guns was navigating a resurgence after lineup changes and the fading popularity of glam metal. This compilation captures the band's formative tracks from the late '80s to early '90s, showcasing their signature sound before they redefined their style in subsequent albums. It serves as both a retrospective and a bridge to their later work.
Why it matters
The album is notable for its role in reviving interest in L.A. Guns during a time when classic glam rock was waning, helping to remind fans of their influential sound. It includes tracks that were pivotal during the band's early success, like 'Electric Gypsy' and 'Sex Action', which have since become staples in the genre. Critics recognized this release as an essential piece for understanding the trajectory of sleaze rock.
Essential tracks
- "Electric Gypsy" — 'Electric Gypsy' encapsulates the band's flamboyant spirit, combining catchy hooks with a vibrant guitar riff that defined their early years.
- "Sex Action" — This track stands out with its provocative lyrics and raw energy, epitomizing the sleaze rock ethos that L.A. Guns helped popularize.
- "Soho" — 'Soho' showcases the band’s knack for blending melody with hard-hitting riffs, making it a quintessential example of their glam rock appeal.
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Soho 2:53
- 2 Nothing to Lose 4:03
- 3 Bitch Is Back 2:55
- 4 Down in the City 4:02
- 5 Electric Gypsy 3:24
- 6 Instrumental 0:37
- 7 Guilty 3:03
- 8 Hollywood Tease 2:52
- 9 Sex Action 3:37
- 10 Midnight Alibi 3:30
- 11 One More Reason 3:35
- 12 One Way Ticket 4:41
- 13 Shoot for Thrills 4:15
- 14 Winter's Fool 3:51
- 15 Alice in the Wasteland 4:04
Disc 2
- 1 Don't Love Me 4:36
- 2 When Dreams Don't Follow Through 3:32
- 3 It's Not True 2:46
- 4 Something Heavy 2:22