Cool Kids
Kix · 1983
35 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · glam metal
Energetic glam metal anthems burst with catchy hooks and flamboyant bravado, embodying the spirit of early '80s rock.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- catchy hooks and melodies steady mid-tempo flow short, engaging listening sessions
- Context
- Released on March 7, 1983, 'Cool Kids' marked Kix's debut album, launching their career in the burgeoning glam metal scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, building upon their live performance reputation from local Maryland shows and revealing a sound that combined hard rock with playful exuberance.
- If you like
- hard rock, glam metal
Cool Kids is an album by Kix, released in 1983. Energetic glam metal anthems burst with catchy hooks and flamboyant bravado, embodying the spirit of early '80s rock. 'Cool Kids' helped solidify Kix's place in the glam metal movement of the early '80s, contributing to the genre's growing popularity. The album's title track received significant airplay on radio stations, fueling the band's rise and leading to a loyal fanbase that embraced their energetic style. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cool Kids sound like?
Energetic glam metal anthems burst with catchy hooks and flamboyant bravado, embodying the spirit of early '80s rock. Rooted in hard rock and glam metal.
What makes Cool Kids by Kix notable?
'Cool Kids' helped solidify Kix's place in the glam metal movement of the early '80s, contributing to the genre's growing popularity. The album's title track received significant airplay on radio stations, fueling the band's rise and leading to a loyal fanbase that embraced their energetic style. Released on March 7, 1983, 'Cool Kids' marked Kix's debut album, launching their career in the burgeoning glam metal scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, building upon their live performance reputation from local Maryland shows and revealing a sound that combined hard rock with playful exuberance.
Who is Cool Kids for?
Cool Kids works well if you're into catchy hooks and melodies, steady mid-tempo flow and short, engaging listening sessions.
How many songs are on Cool Kids?
Cool Kids has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Burning Love Standout 3:08
- 2 Cool Kids Standout 3:33
- 3 Love Pollution Standout 4:08
- 4 Body Talk 3:43
- 5 Loco-Emotion 3:33
- 6 Mighty Mouth 3:48
- 7 Nice on Ice 3:29
- 8 Get Your Monkeys Out 3:25
- 9 For Shame 3:16
- 10 Restless Blood 3:50
Release Date
March 7, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 57 sec
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