This week In ’80s Throwback’ Videos 06/52
Van Halen's "She's the Woman" bridges 2012 and the '70s with Eddie’s inventive guitar work and David Lee Roth’s charismatic but patchy vocals. Meanwhile, Metallica's "Creeping Death," driven by its thrash energy and iconic “Die Die Die!” chant, thrives as a live staple while turning biblical narrative into an arena anthem. Soundgarden's "Spoonman" melds gritty spoon solos with shifting time signatures, showcasing their experimental edge.
Aerosmith’s "Walk This Way" pairs Perry’s swaggering riff with Tyler’s playful storytelling, earning new life in their Run-DMC collaboration. Pantera’s "Walk" delivers a no-nonsense, riff-heavy punch with Anselmo’s confrontational lyrics, cementing its place in metal history. Guns N' Roses’ "Civil War" critiques human conflict with emotional gravity, blending haunting whistling and sharp lyrics into a sprawling rock statement.