Review
Buckle up, rock 'n' roll junkies! Mötley Crüe's fifth studio assault, "Dr. Feelgood," hit the airwaves on August 28, 1989, and boy, did it shake things up! This is the album that screamed, "We're sober and we're here to ROCK!" Shedding the grit and grime of their wild past, they strutted into town with a slick, commercial vibe that was as polished as a new set of chrome wheels. Oh yes, they even snagged the top spot on the Billboard 200—one helluva feat for the Crüe!
Enter the mighty Bob Rock—a producer with a magic touch like King Midas! "Dr. Feelgood" didn't just get loud; it got *fancy*. Tommy Lee slams those skins with a snare sound drenched in reverb, setting your eardrums aflame. Nikki Sixx lays down bass lines that wriggle and writhe like a rattlesnake in the sun. Meanwhile, Mick Mars toys with lower tunings and the wizardry of the Floyd Rose, delivering a sonic tsunami in "Kickstart My Heart" and the colossal title track. Vince Neil’s vocals ride high on these thunderous waves, perfectly balanced by the sweet backing harmony of rock royalty like Steven Tyler, Bryan Adams, and Robin Zander.
This masterpiece of glam-hard-rockin' flavors boasts barn burners like "Dr. Feelgood" and "Kickstart My Heart," while also delivering a softer punch with tracks like "Without You" and "Time For Change." That contrast? Sheer dynamite, folks! It's a showcase of Mötley Crüe's multi-dimensional personality—part rabid wolf, part soulful crooner. It's no surprise this bad boy stands as a titan in their catalog, etching "Dr. Feelgood" into the stone of rock history forever! If you're wondering how to rock sobriety, the Crüe just set the bar HIGH. Crank it up, and let the good doctor's medicine light up your speakers! - Gage
