Greatest Hits: Back to the Start
Megadeth · 2005
78 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs and razor-sharp lyrics, capturing the essence of heavy metal rebellion.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks relentless energy for workouts cathartic release of tension
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'Greatest Hits: Back to the Start' marked a significant moment in Megadeth's career as they celebrated over two decades of influential music. This compilation came after the band's reunion and resurgence, following their 2004 album 'The System Has Failed'. The album consolidates their legacy while introducing new audiences to their classic tracks.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal, speed metal
Greatest Hits: Back to the Start is an album by Megadeth, released in 2005. A relentless barrage of thrash riffs and razor-sharp lyrics, capturing the essence of heavy metal rebellion. 'Greatest Hits: Back to the Start' showcases Megadeth's most impactful songs and serves as a critical entry point for new listeners. It achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying their status as metal icons. The compilation also highlights the band's lyrical prowess concerning themes like war and personal struggle, resonating deeply within the heavy metal community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Hits: Back to the Start sound like?
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs and razor-sharp lyrics, capturing the essence of heavy metal rebellion. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Greatest Hits: Back to the Start by Megadeth notable?
'Greatest Hits: Back to the Start' showcases Megadeth's most impactful songs and serves as a critical entry point for new listeners. It achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying their status as metal icons. The compilation also highlights the band's lyrical prowess concerning themes like war and personal struggle, resonating deeply within the heavy metal community. Released in 2005, 'Greatest Hits: Back to the Start' marked a significant moment in Megadeth's career as they celebrated over two decades of influential music. This compilation came after the band's reunion and resurgence, following their 2004 album 'The System Has Failed'. The album consolidates their legacy while introducing new audiences to their classic tracks.
Who is Greatest Hits: Back to the Start for?
Greatest Hits: Back to the Start works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, relentless energy for workouts and cathartic release of tension.
How many songs are on Greatest Hits: Back to the Start?
Greatest Hits: Back to the Start has 17 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Holy Wars… The Punishment Due Standout 6:32
- 2 In My Darkest Hour 6:26
- 3 Peace Sells Standout 4:02
- 4 Sweating Bullets 5:26
- 5 Angry Again 3:47
- 6 À tout le monde 4:25
- 7 Trust 5:12
- 8 Kill the King 3:42
- 9 Symphony of Destruction Standout 4:06
- 10 Mechanix 4:21
- 11 Train of Consequences 3:32
- 12 Wake Up Dead 3:38
- 13 Hangar 18 5:12
- 14 Dread and the Fugitive Mind 4:23
- 15 Skin o’ My Teeth 3:15
- 16 She‐Wolf 3:39
- 17 Prince of Darkness 6:28
Release Date
January 1, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
78 min 13 sec
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