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Dig Me Out: 70s & 80s Metal

Beyond the hits—exploring the albums, bands, and moments that shaped the heavy 70s & 80s metal

J, Chip, and Tim dig into the heavy rock and metal that defined two decades—from Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin’s pioneering riffs to Mötley Crüe’s sonic excess, the unsung heroes, and the stories behind it all. One album at a time. Let’s relive the magic. www.digmeoutpodcast.com

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Bulletboys - Bulletboys | 80s Metal Album Revisited

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2024/05/30

Let’s set the stage. It’s 1988. The airwaves are buzzing with the high-octane sounds of Def Leppard, Guns N’ Roses, and Bon Jovi. MTV is our go-to for the latest music videos, and hip-hop is making serious waves with N.W.A. and Public Enemy dropping game-changing albums. We’re quoting Die Hard, laughing at Beetlejuice, and tearing up at Rain Man. TV’s got us hooked on Roseanne and The Wonder Years. The Berlin Wall is still up, and the Cold War is real, but there’s a rebellious buzz in the air.Does

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61:47

Malice - In The Beginning | 80s Metal Album Revisited

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2024/05/16

The inspiration for this episode came from an unexpected source - none other than Sebastian Bach of Skid Row fame. During a brief interview with , Sebastian shared a gem with us, recommending that we explore Malice's debut album. Sebastian is a genuine fan of rock and metal, so we were all excited for a deep dive exploration of a band that played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of Skid Row and the 80s metal scene.The year was 1985. Metal was at a crossroads, evolving from its British heavy

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King's X - Gretchen Goes to Nebraska | 80s Metal...

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2024/05/02

In the late 1980s, when hair metal was all the rage and grunge was just a whisper, King's X dropped "Gretchen Goes to Nebraska." Despite not hitting the mainstream heights of some of their peers, they seriously shook up our latest listener poll with this album. Today's episode of Dig Me Out dives into King's X's unique groove, which carved out a niche that straddled the worlds of their metal and alternative contemporaries.Dig Me Out is listener-powered. Suggest an album →We explore how King's X

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Badlands - Badlands | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/04/18

In the twilight of the 1980s, a year that marked the end of an era and the dawn of another, a band emerged that would encapsulate the raw energy and spirit of rock's golden years. This band was Badlands, a powerhouse ensemble formed by none other than Jake E. Lee, known for his explosive guitar solos with Ozzy Osbourne. As Lee parted ways with the Prince of Darkness, he gathered a group of seasoned musicians: Ray Gillen, whose commanding vocals could rival the legends; Eric Singer, a drummer with a

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Faster Pussycat | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/04/04

Faster Pussycat emerged from the wild Sunset Strip scene of the 80s, which gave birth to legendary bands such as Quiet Riot, Van Halen, and Ratt. The band introduced a more intense dose of glam and sleaze, which helped them secure a major label deal alongside their peers Guns N’ Roses and L.A. Guns. Taime Downe, a Seattle native, fronted the band, and their debut album showcased a bluesy, pop-glam sound similar to The Rolling Stones and Hanoi Rocks. This post is public so feel free to share it.Downe

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Hanoi Rocks - Oriental Beat | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/03/21

This isn't just another record; it's a wild ride through punk's grit and glam rock's glitter, all mashed up in a way only Hanoi Rocks could pull off. Imagine punk's raw energy slamming into glam's flamboyance—that's "Oriental Beat" for you, a genre-bending explosion that set the stage for hair metal to strut its stuff.Dig Me Out is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Diving into "Oriental Beat," you're tapping into the

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Salty Dog - Every Dog Has It's Day | 80s Metal Album...

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2024/03/07

Dig into the captivating yet tumultuous story of Salty Dog, a band that carved out a niche in the 80s metal scene with a sound that defied easy categorization. Hailing from the vibrant streets of Los Angeles in the late 1980s, Salty Dog was an act that managed to blend the raw energy of hard rock, the soulful depth of blues, and a hint of the emerging grunge movement into their music. Despite securing a deal with the prestigious Geffen Records and releasing their sole album, Every Dog Has Its Day,

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Bang Tango - Psycho Café | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/02/22

In our latest foray into the electrified terrain of 80s metal, "Dig Me Out" turns the spotlight on an album that encapsulates the era's tumultuous shift from the glitzy heights of hair metal to the gritty dawn of grunge: Bang Tango's "Psycho Cafe." This episode isn't just a deep dive; it's a time machine back to an age where rock music teetered on the edge of a revolution, and Bang Tango danced along that razor's edge with a blend of hard rock, funk, and a hint of goth."Psycho Cafe" stands out not

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Yngwie Malmsteen - Trilogy | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/02/08

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the revolutionary album "Trilogy" with a discussion about the guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen and his groundbreaking contribution to the neoclassical metal genre. We explore how his unique blend of classical music influences and unparalleled guitar skills reshaped the metal landscape, setting a new standard for guitarists everywhere.During the discussion, we get into the creation of "Trilogy," its standout tracks like "You Don't Remember, I'll Never

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Tesla - Mechanical Resonance | 80s Metal Album Review

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2024/01/21

The 80s was a golden age for metal music, defined by its diversity and outrageous spirit. Tesla's 1986 debut, "Mechanical Resonance," stands out as an album encapsulating the era's essence.In this decade, MTV reigned supreme, catapulting metal into the global spotlight. Icons from Iron Maiden to Poison rode this wave, gaining immense popularity through the channel's 24-hour influence. Yet, amidst the glitz and glam that defined the era, Tesla emerged with a distinct blue-collar ethos. The question

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