Top tracks — play these first
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Walk a Crooked Mile Start here — The opening track sets a defiant tone with its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics about perseverance against adversity, showcasing Motörhead's lyrical depth.
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Brave New World — This track combines classic Motörhead aggression with poignant commentary on societal issues, reflecting the band's ability to merge hard-hitting music with thought-provoking themes.
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Kill the World — With its fast-paced tempo and dark lyrics, this song exemplifies Motörhead's trademark sound while addressing themes of destruction and chaos, resonating strongly with fans.
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Voices From the War — This track delivers a powerful narrative about the impacts of conflict, illustrating Lemmy's storytelling prowess amidst heavy instrumentation that captures the listener's attention.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Hammered showcases Motörhead's signature sound with solid songwriting and energetic performances, though it lacks some cohesion in sequencing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent high-energy tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing with slower tracks.
- Lemmy's vocals are prominently featured throughout, often layered with guitar riffs that create a dense sound.
- Several tracks incorporate classic rock structures, such as verse-chorus arrangements, but maintain a raw edge typical of Motörhead.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo headbanging energy
- gritty riffs for late-night drives
- raw power for workout motivation
- cathartic release through loud volume
- engaging live performance atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- prefer softer, melodic sounds
- seek quick, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — 'Hammered' showcases Motörhead's classic sound, maintaining relevance in their later career.
- Themes
- life's struggles· social commentary· dark energy
- Career context
- Released on April 9, 2002, 'Hammered' marked Motörhead's 15th studio album during a prolific phase for the band. Following their acclaimed album 'We Are Motörhead' (2000), this record continued to showcase Lemmy Kilmister's signature vocal style and the band's fierce musical identity as they approached their fourth decade in rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· AC/DC
Tracklist
- 1 Walk a Crooked Mile Start here 5:53
- 2 Down the Line 4:25
- 3 Brave New World 4:05
- 4 Voices From the War 4:30
- 5 Mine All Mine 4:14
- 6 Shut Your Mouth 4:08
- 7 Kill the World 3:41
- 8 Dr. Love 3:51
- 9 No Remorse 5:19
- 10 Red Raw 4:05
- 11 Serial Killer 1:57
- 12 The Game 3:31
- 13 Overnight Sensation (live) 4:16
If this landed
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Combines heavy riffs with dark lyrical themes, reflecting on life's hardships and resilience.
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