Burn My Eyes
Machine Head · 1994
55 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal · alternative metal · groove metal
A thunderous blend of groove and thrash metal that challenges authority with unrelenting riffs and fierce vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intense emotional releases long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on July 25, 1994, 'Burn My Eyes' marked Machine Head's debut album, launching them into the spotlight of the American metal scene. At this time, the band was transitioning from local California gigs to a national audience, fueled by their raw energy and aggressive sound.
- If you like
- thrash metal, alternative metal, groove metal
Burn My Eyes is an album by Machine Head, released in 1994. A thunderous blend of groove and thrash metal that challenges authority with unrelenting riffs and fierce vocals. 'Burn My Eyes' is significant for its influence on the nu-metal genre, helping to shape the sound of the late '90s and early 2000s. The album received critical acclaim upon release, landing in the top 10 of several metal charts and establishing Machine Head as a formidable force in heavy music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Burn My Eyes sound like?
A thunderous blend of groove and thrash metal that challenges authority with unrelenting riffs and fierce vocals. Rooted in thrash metal and alternative metal.
What makes Burn My Eyes by Machine Head notable?
'Burn My Eyes' is significant for its influence on the nu-metal genre, helping to shape the sound of the late '90s and early 2000s. The album received critical acclaim upon release, landing in the top 10 of several metal charts and establishing Machine Head as a formidable force in heavy music. Released on July 25, 1994, 'Burn My Eyes' marked Machine Head's debut album, launching them into the spotlight of the American metal scene. At this time, the band was transitioning from local California gigs to a national audience, fueled by their raw energy and aggressive sound.
Who is Burn My Eyes for?
Burn My Eyes works well if you're into intense emotional releases, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Burn My Eyes?
Burn My Eyes has 11 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Davidian Standout 4:55
- 2 Old Standout 4:05
- 3 A Thousand Lies 6:13
- 4 None But My Own 6:14
- 5 The Rage to Overcome 4:45
- 6 Death Church 6:32
- 7 A Nation on Fire Standout 5:33
- 8 Blood for Blood 3:40
- 9 I’m Your God Now 5:50
- 10 Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies 2:45
- 11 Block 4:58
Release Date
July 25, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 37 sec
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