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Engine

Loudness · 1999

58 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal

A frenetic blend of heavy riffs and intricate melodies that showcases Loudness' signature metal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • short bursts of intensity
  • head-banging anthems for energy
  • immersive soundscapes to explore
  • cathartic release through chaos

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, mellow tunes
  • prefer straightforward, predictable patterns

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'Engine' was Loudness' first studio album after a brief hiatus following their 1996 release, 'Ghetto Machine'. At this point in their career, the band was attempting to re-establish themselves within the global metal scene, navigating changes in musical trends and their lineup, which had seen several members depart over the years.
Stylistic neighbors
X Japan· Galneryus· Concerto Moon

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Soul Tone 2:37
  • 2 Bug Killer 5:05
  • 3 Black Biohazard 3:56
  • 4 Twist of Chain 3:41
  • 5 Bad Date/Nothin' I Can Do 2:58
  • 6 Apocalypse 4:11
  • 7 Ace in the Hole 4:10
  • 8 Sweet Dreams 5:38
  • 9 Asylum 6:27
  • 10 Burning Eyeballs 4:58
  • 11 Junk His Head 5:51
  • 12 2008 (CANDRA 月天) 2:48
  • 13 Coming Home 6:07

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata