Breadline
Megadeth · 2000
33 min · 6 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal
A potent blend of heavy metal aggression and sharp lyrical commentary, underscored by intricate guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energy for focused listening
- intricate guitar work appreciation
- engaging mix variations throughout
- sharp lyrical commentary exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Themes
- economic disparity· post-9/11 anxiety· media manipulation
- Career context
- Released in 2000, 'Breadline' came during Megadeth's resurgence after a brief hiatus. This single was part of their album 'Risk,' which marked a notable stylistic shift for the band, experimenting with more accessible sounds while maintaining their thrash metal roots.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Load by Metallica — Shares a similar exploration of complex themes with a shift towards more melodic and accessible metal.The Great Southern Trendkill by Pantera — Maintains aggressive metal roots while tackling societal issues with raw lyrical intensity.Toxicity by System of a Down — Combines heavy instrumentation with sharp social commentary, echoing themes of anxiety and societal critique.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breadline (radio edit) 4:01
- 2 Breadline (The Active Mix by Jack Joseph Puig) 4:29
- 3 Insomnia (Rhys Fulber mix) 4:53
- 4 Symphony of Destruction (The Gristle mix) 9:52
- 5 Crush ’em (Jock mix) 5:10
- 6 Holy Wars… The Punishment Due (The General Schwarzkopf mix) 4:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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