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.
Why this album works
'Engine' marked a significant return for Loudness, charting well in Japan and receiving positive reviews that highlighted its blend of classic heavy metal with progressive elements. The album also contributed to their legacy as one of the pioneering heavy metal bands from Japan, influencing a generation of musicians both domestically and internationally.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys short bursts of intensity head-banging anthems for energy
- 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
- Ozzy Osbourne· Angel Dust· Marty Friedman
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 Standout 3:56
- 4 Twist of Chain 3:41
- 5 Bad Date/Nothin' I Can Do 2:58
- 6 Apocalypse Standout 4:11
- 7 Ace in the Hole 4:10
- 8 Sweet Dreams Standout 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
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