On this day June 20, 1988, Iggy Pop released his eighth solo album Instinct. After dabbling in a more commercial sound with Blah Blah Blah, this album marked a return to his raw, hard rock roots. Featuring former Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones, the album delivered a heavier, guitar-driven sound that resonated more with longtime fans than mainstream radio.
The single Cold Metal earned a Grammy nomination and brought a renewed sense of energy to Iggy’s live shows, even though the album didn’t chart as high as some of his earlier releases.
80s insight: Instinct reminded fans that Iggy Pop remained a punk icon at heart, even during a decade when many artists softened their edge for radio.
The single Cold Metal earned a Grammy nomination and brought a renewed sense of energy to Iggy’s live shows, even though the album didn’t chart as high as some of his earlier releases.
80s insight: Instinct reminded fans that Iggy Pop remained a punk icon at heart, even during a decade when many artists softened their edge for radio.
