Not all ’80s hair bands were defined by Aqua Net & eyeliner. There were countless hooks, killer guitar work, and songs that still resonate decades later. In this week’s episode, I break down 10 tracks that defied the stereotypes, exceeded the expectations and continue to remind us why ’80s hard rock still goes to 11!

Thank you to Jay Sweet for sending in this week’s playlist concept.

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Skid Row – Monkey Business

Warrant – Uncle Tom’s Cabin

Motley Crue – Primal Scream

Poison – Let It Play

David Lee Roth – Damn Good

Whitesnake – Still Of The Night

Extreme – Decadence Dance

Mr. Big – Addicted To That Rush

Lita Ford (feat. Ozzy Osbourne) – Close My Eyes Forever

Cinderella – Gypsy Road

What songs would you use in your 80’s Hair Band Songs That Still Rock Today playlist? Comment below, contact me or reach out on all the social media haunts!

In 1991, all of these albums (well, cassettes) were released within 44 days of each other.

A look at one of my Personics Custom Cassettes. Did you ever create one of these at your mall record store?