This is the album that devout Motley Crue fans have been waiting for since the 80's. The Crue are definitelty rejuvinated and back with a vengeance. Not since 'Shout At The Devil' has Motley Crue recorded such a straight ahead, in-your-face, rock n' roll recording. Even though I am a long time fan and have enjoyed each one of their offerings, I must admit that 'New Tattoo' is a return to their roots that no other album since has reached. Tracks such as "Hell On High Heels", "Punched In The Teeth By Love", and "1st Band On The Moon" evoke a hard driving rhythm reminiscent of early tunes from 'Too Fast For Love' and 'Shout At The Devil'. There is nothing on this CD that in any way deviates from what traditional Motley Crue sounds like, and I mean that in the most positive way. Even lyrically, 'New Tattoo' exhibits the type of angst, sexuality, and pure rebelliousness that Motley Crue has been known for ever since their introduction. The early 80's L.A. "live fast and die young" attitude is more noticeable here than on anything else the Crue have released since 1987's 'Girls Girls Girls'. Keep an ear out for cuts such as "Fake" and "Treat Me Like The Dog I Am" as well. They are dripping with tongue-in-cheeck lyrics and pulsing, guitar driven rhythms. Even the mid tempo title song "New Tattoo" contains the bittersweet feeling of such old Crue ballads as "You're All I Need" or "Merry Go Round". Same thing goes for the album's other semi ballad, "Hollywood Ending". New drummer and Ozzy Osbourne alumni Randy Castillo does more than a decent job of replacing ex-Crue drummer Tommy Lee. In fact, I think the change in line-up actually rejuvinated the Crue. There really isn't much more that can be said about 'New Tattoo'. It is quite simply one of Motley Crue's best efforts, and probably the best pure hard rock recording of the last decade. This CD won't disappoint.

Okay, those of you who were disappointed with Generation Swine/MC94, I know you guys love the 'classic' Motley sound. New Tattoo is classic Motley. The first single Hell on High Heel is a great catchy song, and the song is not even the best song in the album! Nikki Sixx posted some demos in motley.com and I'm sure many Crueheads have heard Timebomb and First Band on The Moon which were killer demos. They're in New Tattoo in their full glory. Treat Me Like The Dog I Am and Punched In Teeth By Love are great rockers. The two ballads are pretty good, although Hollywood ending sounds a bit like 'Creep' by Radiohead. This is Motley at their finest and this album can stand next to Feelgood, TFFL or Shout (their best works). I was happy with Def Leppard's latest album, disappointed with Bon Jovi's latest album but I'm happy again with this album. Get it.

This disc has everything longtime Crue fans love about the band...loud guitars, fun (and cheesy)lyrics, Vince's distinct vocals. Thanks, Nikki, Vince, Mick (and Randy) for making a good rock n' roll record. "Hell on High Heels" is an instant Motley classic, and I really like the title track and the hidden track "White Punks on Dope." After being dissapointed with the album Motley Crue and Generation Swine, it is good to hear that these guys are back to the Dr. Feelgood era sound. I highly recommend this cd!

Decent 2000 effort,the Crue's eighth album.Drummer Tommy Lee is replaced here with veteran skinsman Randy Castillo(Ozzy,Lita Ford-R.I.P.).Thought this release was rather comparable with 'Dr.Feelgood',but a tad BETTER.Mostly because the guys make a full effort to return to their rock&sleaze roots.Best tracks include "Hell On High Heels","She Needs Rock&Roll","Punched In The Teeth With Love" and their unlikely cover of The Tube's "White Punks On Dope".Do check this one out.

The New Tattoo album is unreal. Out of 11 songs 11 are great. It was very good for the Crue to get back to the "old" style. I have been a Motley fan my entire life and this is definately one of the best albums they have ever put out. It is an excellent CD and I can't wait for them to come here on tour!