New York Dolls

Undeniably influential and ahead of its time. The first proto punk band that basically sounds like early NYC punk... or a strung out Rolling Stones. Good sleazy fun.

Very much feels true to the punk ethos - disruptive and forward thinking with strong simple riffs. A bit more theatrical than most though.

Really interesting kinda pre-punk thing, lots of the reception to this seems to indicate it was very influential to genres I’m not otherwise super checked into

I just recently listened to a "The Ongoing History of New Music" podcast episode about The History of Alt Rock. In the episode, Alan Cross talks about the influence of the New York Dolls had on punk and glam rock.
This can absolutely be heard when listening to this album. The fast guitar and drums, the gravelly tone of the singer's voice... The New York Dolls were definately ahead of their time, which is a shame, because they didn't get the fame they deserve until later on, but their music is teriffic!

Favourite songs: Personality Crisis, Trash, Subway Train, Pills

Least favourite song: Lonely Planet Boy

4/5

Fun album. Has read a ton about this one but never really listened. 4/5

not even glam rock that i like

Please like this shit?