Hellraiser: Best of the Epic Years
Motörhead · 2003
60 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal
A relentless onslaught of heavy riffs and gritty vocals that epitomize Motörhead's raw energy and attitude.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it consolidates key tracks that define Motörhead's sound during their Epic years, contributing to their status as pioneers of heavy metal. The inclusion of classic anthems like 'Hellraiser' helped reinforce their cultural impact, particularly among younger metal fans discovering the band anew.
- Best for
- dynamic range of energy shifts for adrenaline-fueled moments short bursts of high intensity
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Hellraiser: Best of the Epic Years' captures Motörhead at a pivotal point, celebrating their legacy after decades of influence in rock and metal. This compilation highlights tracks from their tenure with Epic Records, showcasing their evolution from the late 1980s through the 1990s, a period marked by both commercial success and critical acclaim.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The One to Sing the Blues 3:09
- 2 Shut You Down 2:41
- 3 I Ain't No Nice Guy Standout 4:15
- 4 Hellraiser Standout 4:32
- 5 Asylum Choir 3:41
- 6 Bad Religion 5:02
- 7 Eagle Rock 3:09
- 8 You Better Run 4:51
- 9 Cat Scratch Fever 3:53
- 10 March or Die Standout 5:41
- 11 Angel City 3:58
- 12 1916 3:45
- 13 Make My Day 4:25
- 14 Going to Brazil 2:30
- 15 Dead Man's Hand 3:31
- 16 Ramones 1:27
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