On this day November 9 1985, Twisted Sister released their fourth studio album Come Out and Play, following the massive success of their breakthrough Stay Hungry. The album saw the band pushing their theatrical style even further, combining their signature hard rock energy with a polished production and bold visual presentation. Led by frontman Dee Snider, the band continued to deliver their trademark mix of heavy riffs, anthemic choruses, and rebellious attitude that had made them MTV favorites.
Come Out and Play featured standout tracks such as Leader of the Pack, Be Chrool to Your Scuel featuring Alice Cooper, and the title song Come Out and Play. The album’s theme embraced the band’s defiant spirit while reflecting the growing influence of glam metal on the mid 80s music scene. Although it didn’t reach the same commercial heights as its predecessor, it cemented Twisted Sister’s reputation as one of the most entertaining and outspoken rock bands of the decade.
80s insight: Come Out and Play captured the loud, colorful confidence of 80s rock, proving that attitude and showmanship were just as important as the music itself.
Come Out and Play featured standout tracks such as Leader of the Pack, Be Chrool to Your Scuel featuring Alice Cooper, and the title song Come Out and Play. The album’s theme embraced the band’s defiant spirit while reflecting the growing influence of glam metal on the mid 80s music scene. Although it didn’t reach the same commercial heights as its predecessor, it cemented Twisted Sister’s reputation as one of the most entertaining and outspoken rock bands of the decade.
80s insight: Come Out and Play captured the loud, colorful confidence of 80s rock, proving that attitude and showmanship were just as important as the music itself.
