Ace of Spades
Motörhead · 1980
45 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal
Raucous riffs and thunderous drums propel anthemic tales of rebellion and life on the edge.
Why this album works
'Ace of Spades' became a defining album for Motörhead, reaching No. 4 on the UK Albums Chart and influencing countless bands in the heavy metal genre. Its title track is often regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal songs ever, contributing to the band's legacy and enduring popularity.
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout raucous anthems for rebellion short bursts of excitement
- Context
- Released on November 8, 1980, 'Ace of Spades' was Motörhead's fourth studio album and marked their commercial peak. Following the success of their previous album 'Overkill,' this record solidified their reputation in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more polished production while retaining their raw energy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ace of Spades Standout 2:48
- 2 Love Me Like a Reptile 3:24
- 3 Shoot You in the Back 2:40
- 4 Live to Win 3:37
- 5 Fast and Loose 3:24
- 6 (We Are) The Road Crew Standout 3:12
- 7 Fire, Fire 2:44
- 8 Jailbait 3:33
- 9 Dance 2:38
- 10 Bite the Bullet 1:38
- 11 The Chase Is Better Than the Catch Standout 4:18
- 12 The Hammer 2:48
- 13 Dirty Love 2:57
- 14 Please Don't Touch 2:49
- 15 Emergency 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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