Twisted Sister

Love is for Suckers=30th Twisted Sister

Released in 1987, Love Is For Suckers takes its cue from the cock-rock, pop-metal explosion happening at the time. But despite the obvious influence of this trend, the band retains it's heavy sound. 'Wake Up (The Sleeping Giant)' is a fist-pumping, angry tune given an added boost by new drummer Joey Franco, who's heavy pounding is reminiscent of John Bonham's. 'Hot Love' has a Madonna-like feel to it, but with heavy guitars instead of the dance beat one might expect from the pop diva. The title track is a humorous, tongue-in-cheek cut, while 'Tonight' and 'Me And The Boys' are two anthemic singalongs made for cruising to that all important arena show with your buddies. 'You Are All That I Need' is an excellent power ballad written by Dee Snider to his wife Suzette. Along with remastered sound, Spitfire has reissued Suckers with four bonus tracks. The rockin' double-time 'Feel Appeal' possibly refers to a groupie, while 'Statutory Date' says jail time is a small price to pay for an occasional act of imprudent indulgence. Demolition. 2006.