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10 Hidden Rock Gems to Crank Up the Volume" Because there's always time to party!


1. Van Halen – "Get Up" (B-side of "Best of Both Worlds")

Van Halen at full throttle—this song is pure, high-octane, jump-off-the-walls energy. Alex Van Halen’s drumming is insane, Eddie’s guitar work is untouchable, and Sammy Hagar’s vocals make you want to scream along. Perfect for starting the party at full blast.


2. The Rolling Stones – "Jump on Top of Me" (B-side of "You Got Me Rocking")

This hidden Stones gem brings sleazy, bluesy swagger with a groove that demands movement. Whether it’s a drink in hand or dancing like Jagger, this track sets the tone for a rock 'n' roll night of fun.


3. Prince – "She's Always in My Hair" (B-side of "Raspberry Beret")

Prince might not be the first name that comes to mind for a rock party, but this track proves otherwise. Fuzzy guitars, a killer groove, and that effortless Prince coolness make it impossible to ignore. A funky wildcard for the playlist that just works.


4. AC/DC – "Down on the Borderline" (B-side of "Moneytalks")

Somewhere between bluesy and hard-hitting, this lesser-known AC/DC track has a riff that hooks you instantly. The band’s signature raw energy makes this perfect for cranking the volume up and letting loose.


5. Foo Fighters – "Bangin'" (B-side of "Best of You")

It’s right there in the title—this song bangs. Grohl and company deliver a punchy, fast-paced rocker that feels like an explosion of pure fun. If your birthday party had a theme song, this would be a contender.


6. Aerosmith – "Krawhitham" (B-side of "Kings and Queens")

Aerosmith goes full instrumental madness in this deep cut. Funky, wild, and unpredictable—it sounds like something straight out of a 70s rock movie montage. A trippy but high-energy addition to the mix.


7. Guns N’ Roses – "Shadow of Your Love" (B-side of "It’s So Easy")

Old-school GN’R at their most raw and reckless. Fast-paced, punk-infused, and full of that Sunset Strip grit. If you need a track to fuel the party’s second wind, this is it.


8. Rage Against the Machine – "Clear the Lane" (B-side of "Killing in the Name")

If the party needs an energy boost, throw this on. Zack de la Rocha’s aggressive delivery and Tom Morello’s signature guitar insanity make this a pure adrenaline rush. Not for the faint-hearted—this is for jumping, moshing, and breaking the volume knob.


9. The Darkness – "Curse of the Tollund Man" (B-side of "One Way Ticket")

High-energy, ridiculous, and over-the-top in the best way possible. If you love your rock with a side of humor and absurdly epic guitar solos, The Darkness delivers. Perfect for air-guitar battles and dramatic singalongs.


10. Moțrhead Р"Over the Top" (B-side of "Ace of Spades")

The only way to end a rock ‘n’ roll birthday party—Lemmy at full speed. It’s loud, it’s relentless, and it leaves you feeling like you just survived a legendary night. If this isn’t the last song of the night, you’re doing it wrong.

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