Poison

The band Poison is a reference in glam metal that stood out in the American music scene from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Their sound is characterized by catchy melodies, vibrant guitar riffs, and lyrics that tackle themes of love and partying, allowing them to connect with a wide audience. With an iconic lineup that includes vocalist Bret Michaels, guitarist C.C. DeVille, bassist Bobby Dall, and drummer Rikki Rockett, Poison achieved significant commercial success, selling over 40 million records worldwide.

A key moment in their career was the release of their debut album, Look What the Cat Dragged In, in 1986, which catapulted them to stardom. This album, which includes hits like "Talk Dirty to Me" and "Cry Tough", was a major success and marked the beginning of their career. In 1988, their second work, Open Up and Say... Ahh!, solidified their popularity with the hit "Every Rose Has Its Thorn", which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This single became a classic and is remembered for its emotional ballad that contrasts with the more festive sound of other songs by the band.

Hard rock Rock Classic rock glam metal Heavy metal 1980s

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Love on the Rocks

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:34 02

Nothin’ but a Good Time

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:45 03

Back to the Rocking Horse

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:36 04

Good Love

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

2:52 05

Tearin’ Down the Walls

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:51 06

Look but You Can’t Touch

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:26 07

Fallen Angel

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:58 08

Every Rose Has Its Thorn

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

4:20 09

Your Mama Don’t Dance

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

3:01 10

Bad to Be Good

Open Up and Say… Ahh! · 1988

4:04

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Open Up and Say… Ahh!

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Biography

Throughout their career, Poison released several successful albums, such as Flesh & Blood in 1990, which also achieved multi-platinum sales and featured memorable singles like "Unskinny Bop" and "Something to Believe In". Despite fluctuations in their popularity and lineup changes, the band has maintained their essence and continued to tour. In 1999, the original lineup reunited for a greatest hits tour, which revitalized their career and allowed them to reconnect with their fans. Since then, they have continued releasing new music and performing live, proving that their legacy in the world of rock remains alive.

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Born: 1 Jan 1983
Country: 🇺🇸 United States
Genre: Hard rock

Members

backing vocals, bass, keyboards, piano, founder · 1983–present: Bobby Dall
12 string guitar, acoustic guitar, guitar, harmonica, vocals, percussion, founder · 1983–present: Bret Michaels
backing vocals, drums, percussion, founder · 1983–present: Rikki Rockett
backing vocals, guitar · 1996–present: C.C. DeVille
backing vocals, guitar · 1985–1991: C.C. DeVille
backing vocals, guitar, keyboards, piano · 1993–1996: Blues Saraceno
backing vocals, guitar, founder · 1983–1985: Matt Smith
backing vocals, guitar, keyboards, mandolin, piano, resonator guitar · 1991–1993: Richie Kotzen