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Bastards

Motörhead · 1993

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

Explosive riffs and gritty vocals collide in a relentless barrage of heavy metal power.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • explosive energy for workout sessions
  • dynamic peaks and valleys experience
  • short bursts of intense engagement
  • cathartic release through gritty vocals

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow background listening
  • seek long, reflective soundscapes

Where this album fits

Themes
rebellious spirit· gritty resilience· life on the edge
Career context
Released on November 29, 1993, 'Bastards' marked Motörhead's 15th studio album during a period of renewed creativity after lineup changes. This album came after the band's commercial peak in the late '80s and showcased their enduring influence in heavy metal as they embraced a more straightforward hard rock sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· AC/DC
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Vulgar Display of Power by Pantera — Shares the same explosive riffs and aggressive vocal delivery, embodying a rebellious metal spirit.
Dirt by Alice in Chains — Combines gritty resilience with heavy guitar work, reflecting themes of struggle and defiance.
Chaos A.D. by Sepultura — Delivers a relentless barrage of heavy sound and themes of societal rebellion, echoing Motörhead's ethos.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 On Your Feet or on Your Knees 2:34
  • 2 Burner 2:52
  • 3 Death or Glory 4:50
  • 4 I Am the Sword 4:28
  • 5 Born to Raise Hell 4:58
  • 6 Don’t Let Daddy Kiss Me 4:05
  • 7 Bad Woman 3:16
  • 8 Liar 4:12
  • 9 Lost in the Ozone 3:27
  • 10 I’m the Man 3:28
  • 11 We Bring the Shake 3:48
  • 12 Devils 6:00
  • 13 Jumpin’ Jack Flash 3:20

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