Icon
Megadeth · 2014
51 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and politically charged lyrics define this heavy metal collection.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks politically charged lyrical themes intense waves of instrumentation
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Icon' is a compilation album that consolidates Megadeth's most impactful tracks from their earlier years. This was during a period where the band was celebrating over three decades of heavy metal influence, following their previous studio album 'Super Collider' in 2013. The compilation serves as both a retrospective and an introduction to new listeners.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal, speed metal
Icon is an album by Megadeth, released in 2014. A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and politically charged lyrics define this heavy metal collection. 'Icon' showcases Megadeth's signature thrash metal sound and remains significant as it encapsulates some of their most recognized tracks, which have influenced countless bands in the genre. It achieved chart success, marking a continued relevance for Megadeth in the heavy metal scene and solidifying their legacy within music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Icon sound like?
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and politically charged lyrics define this heavy metal collection. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Icon by Megadeth notable?
'Icon' showcases Megadeth's signature thrash metal sound and remains significant as it encapsulates some of their most recognized tracks, which have influenced countless bands in the genre. It achieved chart success, marking a continued relevance for Megadeth in the heavy metal scene and solidifying their legacy within music history. Released in 2014, 'Icon' is a compilation album that consolidates Megadeth's most impactful tracks from their earlier years. This was during a period where the band was celebrating over three decades of heavy metal influence, following their previous studio album 'Super Collider' in 2013. The compilation serves as both a retrospective and an introduction to new listeners.
Who is Icon for?
Icon works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, politically charged lyrical themes and intense waves of instrumentation.
How many songs are on Icon?
Icon has 11 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Holy Wars… The Punishment Due Standout 6:35
- 2 Symphony of Destruction Standout 4:04
- 3 Wake Up Dead 3:38
- 4 Trust 5:13
- 5 Hangar 18 5:13
- 6 Sweating Bullets 5:04
- 7 À tout le monde 4:32
- 8 Skin o’ My Teeth 3:16
- 9 In My Darkest Hour 6:20
- 10 Kill the King 3:44
- 11 Peace Sells Standout 4:04
Release Date
February 25, 2014
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
51 min 46 sec
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