Motley Crue, or Mötley Crüe, is considered one of the top rock bands from the 80s hard rock and heavy metal scene. The band’s original lineup consisted of Vince Neil (Vocals), Nikki Sixx (Bass), Tommy Lee (Drums), and Mick Mars (Guitar). The original lineup remains intact, with guitarist Mick Mars now retired from touring, being replaced by John 5. Former Scream vocalist, John Corabi, appeared on the self-titled album when the band split briefly with Vince Neil.

Motley Crue was formed in 1981 with the band featuring Vince Neil on vocals, Nikki Sixx on bass, Mick Mars on guitar, and Tommy Lee on drums. The band ruled the 80s metal scene by appealing to both male and female fans and crossing the lines between traditional metal, glam rock, and radio-friendly ballads. Motley Crue released the following albums during the 80s: Too Fast for Love (1981), Shout at the Devil (1983), Theatre of Pain (1985), Girls, Girls, Girls (1987), and Dr. Feelgood (1989). Shout At The Devil has been considered one of the top metal albums of all time and the band score numerous hit singles throughout the 80s. Along with bands like Ratt, Quiet Riot, Great White, and Dokken, Motley Crue helped to shape the Sunset Strip, the Hollywood glam metal era that dominated the 1980s.