The List of Quiet Riot Albums in Order of Release Date

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The List of  Quiet Riot Albums in Order of Release Date

Here is the list of Quiet Riot Album in Order of Release Date

1. Quiet Riot — March 2, 1978
2. Quiet Riot II — December 2, 1978
3. Metal Health — March 11, 1983
4. Condition Critical — July 27, 1984
5. QR III — July 6, 1986 
6. QR — October 21, 1988
7. Terrified — July 19, 1993 
8. Down to the Bone — March 1, 1995
9. Alive and Well — March 23, 1999 
10. Guilty Pleasures — May 29, 2001 
11. Rehab — October 3, 2006
12. Quiet Riot 10 — June 27, 2014
13. Road Rage — August 4, 2017
14. Hollywood Cowboys — November 8, 2019

All Quiet Riot Albums List in Order

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1. Quiet Riot (1978)

Tracks

1. It’s Not So Funny
2. Mama’s Little Angels
3. Tin Soldier
4. Ravers
5. Back to the Coast
6. Glad All Over
7. Get Your Kicks
8. Look in Any Window
9. Just How You Want It
10. Riot Reunion
11. Fit to Be Tied
12. Demolition Derby

Quiet Riot is the debut studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released exclusively in Japan on March 2, 1978. The record is historically significant as it features the legendary guitarist Randy Rhoads, who later gained worldwide fame as Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist. Unlike the band’s 1980s heavy metal sound, critics like Martin Popoff described this album as leaning more toward glam pop and melodic rock. The standout track “Back to the Coast” was co-written by Randy and his brother Kelle Rhoads during their teenage years. With covers, original tracks, and early glimpses of Rhoads’ guitar mastery, the album remains a collector’s gem.

 

2. Quiet Riot II (1978)

Tracks

1. Slick Black Cadillac
2. You Drive Me Crazy
3. Afterglow (Of Your Love)
4. Eye for an Eye
5. Trouble
6. Killer Girls
7. Face to Face
8. Inside You
9. We’ve Got the Magic

Quiet Riot II is the second studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released exclusively in Japan on December 2, 1978. This album holds historical significance as the last to feature legendary guitarist Randy Rhoads before he joined Ozzy Osbourne. Despite bassist Rudy Sarzo being credited and pictured, the recordings actually feature Kelly Garni, whose tensions with vocalist Kevin DuBrow led to serious conflicts during production. The record includes standout tracks like “Slick Black Cadillac,” later re-recorded for their iconic Metal Health album, and a cover of The Small Faces’ “Afterglow (Of Your Love).” Today, it’s considered a cult classic among collectors.

 

3. Metal Health (1983)

Tracks

1. Metal Health
2. Cum On Feel the Noize
3. Don’t Wanna Let You Go
4. Slick Black Cadillac
5. Love’s a Bitch
6. Breathless
7. Run for Cover
8. Battle Axe
9. Let’s Get Crazy
10. Thunderbird

Metal Health is the groundbreaking third studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released on February 28, 1983, through Pasha Records. Marking their first worldwide release, it introduced guitarist Carlos Cavazo and drummer Frankie Banali, while also reuniting with bassist Rudy Sarzo. The record became a milestone in rock history as the first heavy metal album to top the Billboard 200, driven by hits like the Slade cover “Cum On Feel the Noize” and the title track “Metal Health.” Selling over ten million copies globally, the album is often credited with igniting the 1980s hair metal explosion, cementing Quiet Riot’s place in rock legacy.

 

4. Condition Critical (1984)

Tracks

1. Sign of the Times
2. Mama Weer All Crazee Now
3. Party All Night
4. Stomp Your Hands, Clap Your Feet
5. Winners Take All
6. Condition Critical
7. Scream and Shout
8. Red Alert
9. Bad Boy
10. (We Were) Born to Rock

Condition Critical is the fourth studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released in 1984 through Pasha and Columbia Records. Following the massive success of Metal Health, this album had high expectations but ultimately didn’t achieve the same impact, though it still went Platinum in the U.S. and reached No. 15 on the Billboard 200. The record includes standout tracks like “Party All Night” and a Slade cover, “Mama Weer All Crazee Now,” both of which had MTV music videos. Despite mixed reviews—partly due to frontman Kevin DuBrow’s outspoken reputation—the album remains a fan-favorite piece of Quiet Riot’s legacy.

 

5. QR III (1986)

Tracks

1. Main Attraction
2. The Wild and the Young
3. Twilight Hotel
4. Down and Dirty
5. Rise or Fall
6. Put Up or Shut Up
7. Still of the Night
8. Bass Case
9. The Pump
10. Slave to Love
11. Helping Hands

QR III (also known as Quiet Riot III) is the fifth studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released on July 6, 1986. Showcasing a more polished sound, the album leaned into melodic hard rock while incorporating heavier use of keyboards, marking a shift from the raw energy of Metal Health and Condition Critical. Though it debuted at No. 31 on the US Billboard 200, its sales reflected the band’s decline from their commercial peak. Notably, it was the first Quiet Riot album to officially feature bassist Chuck Wright. The lead single, “The Wild and the Young,” gained significant MTV rotation with its Orwellian-inspired video.

 

6. QR, (1988)

Tracks

1. Stay with Me Tonight
2. Callin’ the Shots
3. Run to You
4. I’m Fallin
5. King of the Hill
6. The Joker
7. Lunar Obsession
8. Don’t Wanna Be Your Fool
9. Coppin’ a Feel
10. In a Rush
11. Empty Promises

QR (also known as Quiet Riot IV) is the sixth studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released on October 21, 1988. Marking a major shift in the band’s history, it was the only Quiet Riot album without founding vocalist Kevin DuBrow, who was replaced by Paul Shortino, giving the group a bluesier and heavier sound. Alongside new bassist Sean McNabb, the lineup change gave QR a distinct identity. The album featured the single “Stay with Me Tonight,” which received moderate MTV airplay. Though reactions were mixed, critics noted Shortino’s soulful vocals brought depth and maturity to the band’s style.

 

7. Terrified (1993)

Tracks

1. Cold Day in Hell
2. Loaded Gun
3. Itchycoo Park
4. Terrified
5. Rude Boy
6. Dirty Lover
7. Psycho City
8. Rude, Crude Mood
9. Little Angel
10. Resurrection
11. Wishing Well

Terrified is the seventh studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released in 1993 after a five-year gap. The record marked the return of iconic frontman Kevin DuBrow and featured bassist Kenny Hillery on his only studio appearance with the group. With contributions from drummer Bobby Rondinelli, the album blends hard-hitting riffs with anthemic vocals. Notably, it includes a cover of Small Faces’ “Itchycoo Park”, continuing the band’s tradition of honoring their influences. Released through Moonstone Records in the U.S. and various international labels, Terrified earned the 1994 American Indie Music Award for Heavy Metal, reaffirming Quiet Riot’s legacy.

 

8. Down to the Bone (1995)

Tracks

1. Dig
2. Pretty Pack o’ Lies
3. All Day and All of the Night
4. Whatever It Takes
5. Wings of a Cloud
6. Trouble Again
7. Down to the Bone
8. Voodoo Brew
9. Monday Morning Breakdown
10. Live Til It Hurts
11. Twisted
12. All Wound Up
13. Hell or High Water
14. Wings of a Cloud
15. Slam Dunk
16. Love Can Change You

Down to the Bone is the eighth studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released in 1995 via their own label, Kamikaze Records. Produced by frontman Kevin DuBrow with executive producer Ron Sobol, the album followed their 1993 release Terrified and was recorded across several California studios. While it sold around 20,000 copies and received mixed reviews, it remains notable for its raw sound, including standout tracks like Dig and Whatever It Takes, plus a cover of The Kinks’ classic All Day and All of the Night. Despite its limited commercial success, the album showcased Quiet Riot’s persistence in the mid-1990s heavy metal scene.

 

9. Alive and Well (1999)

Tracks

1. Don’t Know What I Want
2. Angry
3. Alive and Well
4. The Ritual
5. Overworked and Underpaid
6. Slam Dunk (Way to Go!)
7. Too Much Information
8. Against the Wall
9. Highway to Hell

Alive and Well is the ninth studio album by legendary heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released after the reunion of their iconic 1980s lineup—Kevin DuBrow, Rudy Sarzo, Carlos Cavazo, and Frankie Banali. The album blends fresh energy with nostalgia, featuring eight brand-new tracks such as “Don’t Know What I Want” and “Alive and Well,” alongside re-recorded fan favorites like “Cum On Feel the Noize,” “Metal Health,” and “Mama Weer All Crazee Now.” It also includes a fiery cover of AC/DC’s “Highway to Hell.” Produced by Bob Marlette, Alive and Well celebrates Quiet Riot’s legacy while proving their timeless metal spirit.

 

10. Guilty Pleasures (2001)

 

Tracks

1. Vicious Circle
2. Feel the Pain
3. Rock the House
4. Shadow of Love
5. I Can’t Make You Love Me
6. Feed the Machine
7. Guilty Pleasures
8. Blast from the Past
9. Let Me Be the One
10. Street Fighter
11. Fly Too High

Guilty Pleasures is the tenth studio album by American heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released in 2001. Produced by John Rollo alongside the band, the record marks a significant chapter in Quiet Riot’s history as it was the final album to feature longtime guitarist Carlos Cavazo and bassist Rudy Sarzo, both of whom played a key role in shaping the band’s signature sound. The album features 11 hard-hitting tracks, all co-written by members Kevin DuBrow, Frankie Banali, Cavazo, and Sarzo. With songs like “Vicious Circle,” “Feed the Machine,” and the title track “Guilty Pleasures,” the record captures Quiet Riot’s trademark blend of raw energy, powerful riffs, and bold vocals.

 

11. Rehab (2006)

Tracks

1. Free
2. Blind Faith
3. South of Heaven
4. Black Reign
5. Old Habits Die Hard
6. Strange Daze
7. In Harms Way
8. Beggars and Thieves
9. Don’t Think
10. It Sucks to Be You
11. Evil Woman
12. The Truth

Rehab is the eleventh studio album by legendary heavy metal band Quiet Riot, released in 2006. Marking their first album since 2001’s Guilty Pleasures, it also became the band’s final studio release with iconic frontman Kevin DuBrow before his passing in 2007. Unlike their classic party-rock style, Rehab took a more mature, retro-inspired direction, drawing influence from 1970s rock icons like Led Zeppelin and Humble Pie. The album features standout contributions from bassist Tony Franklin, guitarist Neil Citron, and guest musician Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), who added depth to the songwriting. Critically praised, Rehab is often regarded as Quiet Riot’s strongest work in decades.

 

12. Quiet Riot 10 (2014)

 

Tracks

1. Rock in Peace
2. Bang for Your Buck
3. Backside of Water
4. Back on You
5. Band Down
6. Dogbone Alley
7. Put Up or Shut Up
8. Free
9. South of Heaven
10. Rock ‘n’ Roll Medley

Quiet Riot 10 (also known simply as 10) is the twelfth studio album by iconic rock band Quiet Riot, released on June 27, 2014. This record marked the band’s first studio release since 1988 without longtime vocalist Kevin DuBrow, who tragically passed away in 2007. Featuring six new studio tracks with veteran singer Jizzy Pearl on vocals and four live performances showcasing DuBrow’s final shows, the album bridges the band’s past and present. With Frankie Banali, Chuck Wright, and Alex Grossi rounding out the lineup, Quiet Riot 10 blends hard rock and heavy metal roots, receiving largely positive critical reviews.

 

13. Road Rage (2017)

Tracks

1. Can’t Get Enough
2. Getaway
3. Roll This Joint
4. Freak Flag
5. Wasted
6. Still Wild
7. Make a Way
8. Renegades
9. The Road
10. Shame
11. Knock Em Down

Road Rage is the thirteenth studio album by legendary rock band Quiet Riot, released on August 4, 2017. The record marked a new era for the group, introducing American Idol alum James Durbin as lead vocalist. Initially, the album was recorded with Seann Nicols, but after his departure, Durbin re-recorded all vocals and lyrics, giving the project fresh energy. Featuring tracks like “Can’t Get Enough”, “Freak Flag”, and “Renegades”, the album blends classic hard rock vibes with modern flair. Produced with Frankie Banali on drums, Road Rage reached No. 23 on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart, showcasing Quiet Riot’s enduring legacy.

 

14. Hollywood Cowboys ( 2019)

 

Tracks

1. Don’t Call It Love
2. In the Blood
3. Heartbreak City
4. The Devil That You Know
5. Change or Die
6. Roll On
7. Insanity
8. Hellbender
9. Wild Horses
10. Holding On
11. Last Outcast
12. Arrows and Angels

Hollywood Cowboys is the fourteenth studio album by legendary rock band Quiet Riot, released on November 8, 2019, through Frontiers Records. Produced by drummer Frankie Banali, it holds special significance as his final project before his passing in 2020. The record also marks the last contributions of vocalist James Durbin and bassist Chuck Wright, closing a chapter in the band’s history. Featuring tracks like Don’t Call It Love and The Devil That You Know, the album delivers Quiet Riot’s signature hard rock style. Critics gave mixed reviews, noting its familiar sound but praising the band’s consistency and classic rock energy.

Conclusion:

Quiet Riot’s discography stands as a powerful testament to their impact on heavy metal and hard rock history. From their early Japan-only releases to their groundbreaking success with Metal Health—the first heavy metal album to top the Billboard charts—the band left an indelible mark on the genre. Despite turbulent lineup changes, personal struggles, and the loss of iconic members like Kevin DuBrow and Frankie Banali, Quiet Riot continued to carry their legacy forward with new music and touring. Exploring Quiet Riot Albums in Order offers fans a true journey through the evolution of the band’s sound, resilience, and lasting influence in rock history.

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