The Headless Children
W.A.S.P. · 1989
78 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal · glam metal
Dark, theatrical heavy metal intertwines with glam rock flair, creating an intense sonic landscape rife with social commentary.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys theatrical and intense atmospheres
- Context
- Released on April 15, 1989, 'The Headless Children' marked W.A.S.P.'s fourth studio album and a significant artistic shift following the commercial success of their previous release, 'Inside the Electric Circus'. At this point, the band was striving for a more mature sound and depth in their lyrics, moving away from the overtly provocative themes of earlier works.
- If you like
- heavy metal, glam metal
The Headless Children is an album by W.A.S.P., released in 1989. Dark, theatrical heavy metal intertwines with glam rock flair, creating an intense sonic landscape rife with social commentary. The album debuted at number 51 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews, highlighting its lyrical depth compared to prior efforts. Its exploration of darker themes resonated within the glam metal scene and influenced contemporaries grappling with similar subjects. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Headless Children sound like?
Dark, theatrical heavy metal intertwines with glam rock flair, creating an intense sonic landscape rife with social commentary. Rooted in heavy metal and glam metal.
What makes The Headless Children by W.A.S.P. notable?
The album debuted at number 51 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews, highlighting its lyrical depth compared to prior efforts. Its exploration of darker themes resonated within the glam metal scene and influenced contemporaries grappling with similar subjects. Released on April 15, 1989, 'The Headless Children' marked W.A.S.P.'s fourth studio album and a significant artistic shift following the commercial success of their previous release, 'Inside the Electric Circus'. At this point, the band was striving for a more mature sound and depth in their lyrics, moving away from the overtly provocative themes of earlier works.
Who is The Headless Children for?
The Headless Children works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and theatrical and intense atmospheres.
How many songs are on The Headless Children?
The Headless Children has 16 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Heretic (The Lost Child) 7:22
- 2 The Real Me 3:20
- 3 The Headless Children Standout 5:46
- 4 Thunderhead 6:49
- 5 Mean Man Standout 4:47
- 6 The Neutron Bomber 4:10
- 7 Mephisto Waltz 1:28
- 8 Forever Free Standout 5:08
- 9 Maneater 4:46
- 10 Rebel in the F.D.G. 5:08
- 11 Locomotive Breath 2:59
- 12 For Whom the Bell Tolls 3:47
- 13 Lake of Fools 5:32
- 14 War Cry 5:33
- 15 L.O.V.E. Machine (live) 4:47
- 16 Blind in Texas (live) 6:53
Release Date
April 15, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
78 min 23 sec
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