Description
Motley Crue – Dogs Of War – Picture Disc Vinyl Record
“Indie Retail Exclusive” version.
Released in 2024, “Dogs of War” signaled a fresh burst of activity from Mötley Crüe, arriving as the band’s first new original song in roughly five years and their first recording featuring guitarist John 5, who stepped in after longtime guitarist Mick Mars retired from touring. The track was issued in several formats, including a limited 12-inch picture disc vinyl single, making it both a collectible release and a statement that the Crüe were still active in the studio decades into their career.
The picture disc edition presents the song on a visually striking vinyl pressing, with artwork printed directly on the record itself and packaged in a clear protective sleeve. As a 12-inch, 33 RPM single, it features the track “Dogs of War” as the sole selection, emphasizing its role as a standalone release rather than part of a full album at the time. Variants of the picture disc artwork were also produced, adding an extra layer of appeal for collectors of the band’s vinyl releases.
The song keeps the band rooted in the hard-rock swagger that made them icons of the 1980s glam-metal era. Thick guitar riffs, pounding drums, and Vince Neil’s unmistakable vocal style carry the track forward with a modernized but familiar energy. John 5’s guitar work introduces a slightly sharper, heavier edge while still fitting comfortably alongside the band’s classic sound.
“Dogs of War” carries a rebellious, defiant tone—very much in line with Mötley Crüe’s long-standing attitude. The song reflects themes of resistance and persistence, presenting the band as battle-hardened survivors still willing to make noise and challenge expectations after decades in the spotlight.
The release also served as a preview of new material that would later appear around the band’s 2024 EP Cancelled, continuing their renewed activity following the signing with Big Machine Records. For fans and vinyl collectors, the Dogs of War picture disc stands as both a modern chapter in the band’s story and a collectible artifact celebrating the enduring presence of one of hard rock’s most notorious groups.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Dogs Of War
Dogs Of War
