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Bad Magic

Motörhead · 2015

42 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal

A relentless barrage of high-octane riffs and gravelly vocals that epitomizes rock's rebellious spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energy for driving
  • high-octane riffs for workouts
  • relentless pace for adrenaline seekers
  • sing-along anthems for parties

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, contemplative music
  • seek intricate musical complexity

Where this album fits

Themes
rock 'n' roll legacy· mortality reflections
Career context
Released in 2015, 'Bad Magic' was Motörhead's 22nd studio album and arrived during a period of resurgence for the band. This marked their first release after Lemmy Kilmister's health struggles, showcasing their unyielding energy despite impending challenges. It continued to cement their legacy as one of rock's most enduring acts.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· AC/DC
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Rock or Bust by AC/DC — Shares a similarly relentless energy and rock spirit, focusing on themes of resilience and rebellion.
The Book of Souls by Iron Maiden — Combines heavy riffs with lyrical reflections on mortality and legacy, echoing Motörhead's thematic depth.
Redeemer of Souls by Judas Priest — Delivers powerful anthems with gritty vocals, emphasizing rock's enduring legacy and the fight against adversity.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Victory or Die 3:08
  • 2 Thunder & Lightning 3:06
  • 3 Fire Storm Hotel 3:35
  • 4 Shoot Out All of Your Lights 3:14
  • 5 The Devil 2:53
  • 6 Electricity 2:16
  • 7 Evil Eye 2:20
  • 8 Teach Them How to Bleed 3:13
  • 9 Till the End 4:04
  • 10 Tell Me Who to Kill 2:56
  • 11 Choking on Your Screams 3:33
  • 12 When the Sky Comes Looking for You 2:58
  • 13 Sympathy for the Devil 5:26

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