European Release
Mötley Crüe's Dr. Feelgood likely had a European release around the same time as the US in August 1989. Details vary, but it was likely on Elektra Records. This hard rock album, their strongest commercially, marked a turning point with the band embracing sobriety. It features classic tracks like "Dr. Feelgood" and "Kickstart My Heart," and was the last with vocalist Vince Neil until 1997.
Motley Crue's 1989 magnum opus, "Dr. Feelgood." It's an album that embodies the excesses and contradictions of its era, a sonic sledgehammer that shattered the mold and left an indelible mark on the Sunset Strip's glitzy facade.
Released at the tail end of the hair metal heyday, when spandex and Aqua Net reigned supreme, "Dr. Feelgood" was a defiant middle finger to the critics who dismissed Motley Crue as a bunch of cartoonish party animals. The album's title track, a swaggering anthem of hedonistic abandon, became an instant radio staple, its infectious chorus worming its way into the collective consciousness of a generation teetering on the brink of adulthood.
But there was more to "Dr. Feelgood" than just catchy hooks and raucous energy. The album's production, helmed by the legendary Bob Rock, was a revelation, capturing the raw power of the band's live performances while adding a layer of polish that elevated their sound to new heights. Recorded at Vancouver's Little Mountain Sound Studios, the album's sonic landscape was a far cry from the thin, tinny production that plagued many of their contemporaries.
From the opening salvo of "T.N.T. (Terror 'N Tinseltown)" to the closing ballad "Time for Change," "Dr. Feelgood" is a masterclass in controlled chaos. Nikki Sixx's bass lines throb with a primal intensity, Tommy Lee's drumming is a relentless barrage of percussive fury, Mick Mars' guitar riffs slice through the mix like a razor blade, and Vince Neil's vocals are a snarling testament to the band's unrepentant spirit.
The album's lyrical content, while often steeped in the tropes of sex, drugs, and rock and roll, also delved into darker territory. Songs like "Slice of Your Pie" and "Rattlesnake Shake" explored the seedy underbelly of the Sunset Strip, while "Kickstart My Heart" chronicled Sixx's near-fatal overdose. It was a raw, unflinching look at the band's own struggles with addiction, a stark reminder that the party couldn't last forever.
Of course, Motley Crue's music was never far removed from controversy. Their outrageous stage antics, fueled by a seemingly endless supply of Jack Daniels and cocaine, often overshadowed their musical accomplishments. But with "Dr. Feelgood," they proved that they were more than just a circus act. They were a force to be reckoned with, a band that could deliver the goods both on and off the stage.
In the grand tapestry of rock and roll history, "Dr. Feelgood" stands as a testament to Motley Crue's enduring legacy. It's an album that captures the essence of an era, a time when hairspray and hedonism ruled the airwaves. It's a reminder that even in the face of adversity, the human spirit can triumph. And it's a testament to the power of rock and roll to transcend boundaries and touch the soul.
So crank up the volume, let the music wash over you, and remember a time when Motley Crue ruled the world. They may have been a mess, but they were our mess, and we wouldn't have it any other way.
Music Genre: American Heavy Metal, Glamrock |
Album Production Information: The album: "Motley Crue - Dr Feelgood" was produced by: Bob Rock The studio wizard who helped turn hard rock into stadium-sized thunder (and even grabbed a bass for Metallica when the job got awkward). Read more... Bob Rock, I file his name under "the guy who makes bands sound like they bench-press mountains." He cut his teeth at Vancouver's Little Mountain Sound Studios (starting in 1976), then graduated from behind-the-glass detail freak to full-on hit-forge producer. As a performer he wasn't just a studio shadow: he was in Payola$ (formed 1978), teamed up as Rock and Hyde (1987), released music with Rockhead (1991), and in the ultimate "wait, what?" moment he played all the bass parts on Metallica's "St. Anger" and even served as their live bassist from Jason Newsted's 2001 exit until Robert Trujillo joined in February 2003. Production-wise, his fingerprints are all over huge, loud turning points: Mötley Crüe's "Dr. Feelgood" (1989), The Cult's "Sonic Temple" (1989), and Metallica's self-titled "Black Album" (1991) are basically proof that polish and punch can coexist without filing off the danger. He is the rare producer who can make a band sound bigger without making them sound fake, which is a small miracle in rock history.Bob Rock Wiki
This album was recorded at: Little Mountain Sound Studios, Vancouver Little Mountain Sound Studios in Vancouver was the creative hub where producer Bruce Fairbairn and engineer Bob Rock forged a powerful partnership during the 1980s. Fairbairn led production while Rock handled recording and mixing, shaping the sound of major rock acts like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, and Krokus. Fairbairn also mentored Rock, who later rose to fame as a top producer.
George Marino - Mastering When my site brain goes full 1980s metal mode, his name keeps showing up like a hidden signature in the dead wax. Read more... George Marino is one of those behind-the-glass legends who made heavy music feel larger than the room it was playing in. Before the mastering console became his throne, he was a Bronx guitarist doing the NYC band grind in the 1960s with groups like The Chancellors and The New Sounds Ltd. Then he went pro for real: starting at Capitol Studios in New York (1967), and eventually becoming a long-running force at Sterling Sound (from 1973 onward). For a collector like me—living in that sweet spot where 1980s heavy metal, hard rock, and a dash of prog-minded ambition collide—Marino’s credits read like a stack of essential sleeves: Holy Diver (Dio), Tooth and Nail (Dokken), Stay Hard (Raven), Master of Puppets (Metallica), Somewhere in Time (Iron Maiden), Among the Living (Anthrax), Appetite for Destruction (Guns N’ Roses), Slippery When Wet (Bon Jovi), and Blow Up Your Video (AC/DC). That’s the kind of resume that doesn’t just “master” records—it weaponizes them, but with taste. George Marino Wiki Randy Staub - Sound Engineer Don Brautigam - Album artwork The American illustrator who painted Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” (1986) and then kept popping up on heavy hitters: Anthrax (1987–1990), Mötley Crüe (1989), and AC/DC (1990). Read more... Don Brautigam, I think of him as the rare visual storyteller who could bottle a band’s whole atmosphere into one frozen scene. He was an American painter/illustrator and graphic designer (active roughly 1974–2008), known for mixing acrylic painting with airbrush polish until the image felt unreal in the best way. His “periods” with bands read like a timeline of loud history: early credits include James Brown’s “The Payback” (1973) and “Reality” (1974), then Chuck Berry’s “Rockit” (1979), before the metal era hit like a brick through a stained-glass window. In 1986 he painted Metallica’s “Master of Puppets,” then followed with Anthrax’s run of covers — “Among the Living” (1987), “State of Euphoria” (1988), and “Persistence of Time” (1990) — before landing the big glossy menace of Mötley Crüe’s “Dr. Feelgood” (1989) and AC/DC’s “The Razors Edge” (1990). The wild part is how his art doesn’t just decorate the music; it sets the mood before the needle even drops.
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Record Label & Catalognr: White Elektra 7559-6028-1, EKT 59 |
| Packaging:This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by Mötley Crüe and photos. |
Media Format: 12" Vinyl LP Gramophone RecordAlbum weight: 200 gram |
Year & Country: Release date: 1989 Release country: Made in EEC |
Band Members and Musicians on: Motley Crue Motley Crue Dr Feelgood |
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Complete Track Listing of: Motley Crue Motley Crue Dr Feelgood |
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" Dr Feelgood by Motley Crue " Record Label Details: Elektra 7559-6028-1, EKT 59
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