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Twisted Sister

Twisted Sister

glam metal, heavy metal

United States Est. 1972

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Sound in a sentence: "Driven by explosive rhythms and soaring choruses, their music balances relentless energy with infectious hooks, creating a visceral call to arms that compels movement."
Twisted Sister matters as a symbol of defiance and empowerment within the hard rock landscape, transforming the genre into a platform for rebellion and individual expression.
Twisted Sister matters as a symbol of defiance and empowerment within the hard rock landscape, transforming the genre into a platform for rebellion and individual expression. Their theatrical approach and confrontational attitude resonated with listeners who felt marginalized, effectively channeling that angst into anthemic songs that spoke directly to the frustrations of youth in a conformist society. Their process blends glam metal flamboyance with heavy metal’s raw power, creating a sound that is both aggressive and irresistibly catchy. Twisted Sister’s music harnesses a sense of playfulness while delivering hard-hitting messages, crafting an experience that feels equal parts celebration and confrontation. This duality invites audiences to participate actively, whether through raucous singalongs or cathartic headbanging. Lyrically, their themes often revolve around rebellion against authority, self-acceptance, and the quest for freedom, conveyed through a larger-than-life persona. The songwriting leans toward an ironic sincerity, mixing humor with earnestness, engaging listeners through vivid storytelling that feels both personal and universal in its appeal.

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Discography

21 releases • 18 studio • 1979–2006
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EPs ()

Ruff Cutts

Ruff Cutts

1982

Singles ()

Hot Love

Hot Love

1987

The Price

The Price

1985

Under the Blade

Under the Blade

1979

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