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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic range of energy shifts
  • for adrenaline-fueled moments
  • short bursts of high intensity
  • energizing soundtrack for road trips
  • sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, mellow tunes
  • seek lengthy, immersive pieces

Where this album fits

Themes
military defiance· rock 'n' roll rebellion
Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· AC/DC
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Painkiller by Judas Priest — Shares relentless riffs and themes of rebellion, embodying the same heavy metal spirit.
Heaven and Hell by Black Sabbath — Explores dark themes with powerful riffs, aligning with Motörhead's heavy, rebellious essence.

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 4:15
  • 4 Hellraiser 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 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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