Killed by Death
Motörhead · 1984
7 min · 2 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal
Raw energy and defiant attitude blend with gritty riffs, epitomizing heavy metal rebellion.
Killed by Death is a single by Motörhead, released in 1984. Raw energy and defiant attitude blend with gritty riffs, epitomizing heavy metal rebellion. 'Killed by Death' became a significant single for Motörhead, charting well in several countries and reinforcing their status in heavy metal. Its raw sound and rebellious themes contributed to its cult following, influencing future generations of rock musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Killed by Death sound like?
Raw energy and defiant attitude blend with gritty riffs, epitomizing heavy metal rebellion. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Killed by Death by Motörhead notable?
'Killed by Death' became a significant single for Motörhead, charting well in several countries and reinforcing their status in heavy metal. Its raw sound and rebellious themes contributed to its cult following, influencing future generations of rock musicians. By the release of 'Killed by Death' in September 1984, Motörhead was solidifying their legacy as pioneers of heavy metal. Following the success of their previous album, 'Another Perfect Day', this record continued to showcase their relentless sound and cemented their influence on the burgeoning speed metal scene.
How many songs are on Killed by Death?
Killed by Death has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Killed by Death Standout 3:50
- 2 Under the Knife Standout 3:43
Release Date
September 1, 1984
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
7 min 33 sec
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