Over the Top: The Rarities
Motörhead · 2000
36 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal
Raucous riffs and frenetic energy capture the raw spirit of Motörhead's hard rock legacy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout short bursts of raw intensity for an upbeat gathering
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'Over the Top: The Rarities' came out during Motörhead's later years when they were celebrating their enduring influence in rock. This collection follows their notable albums 'Snake Bite Love' (1998) and 'We Are Motörhead' (2000), showcasing previously unreleased tracks and alternate versions that reflect their unyielding sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, speed metal
Over the Top: The Rarities is an album by Motörhead, released in 2000. Raucous riffs and frenetic energy capture the raw spirit of Motörhead's hard rock legacy. This album serves as a testament to Motörhead's lasting impact on heavy metal and hard rock, providing fans with rare glimpses into the band's creative process. It has been well-received for its authenticity and dedication to preserving the band's legacy, further solidifying their status as pioneers in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Over the Top: The Rarities sound like?
Raucous riffs and frenetic energy capture the raw spirit of Motörhead's hard rock legacy. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Over the Top: The Rarities by Motörhead notable?
This album serves as a testament to Motörhead's lasting impact on heavy metal and hard rock, providing fans with rare glimpses into the band's creative process. It has been well-received for its authenticity and dedication to preserving the band's legacy, further solidifying their status as pioneers in the genre. Released in 2000, 'Over the Top: The Rarities' came out during Motörhead's later years when they were celebrating their enduring influence in rock. This collection follows their notable albums 'Snake Bite Love' (1998) and 'We Are Motörhead' (2000), showcasing previously unreleased tracks and alternate versions that reflect their unyielding sound.
Who is Over the Top: The Rarities for?
Over the Top: The Rarities works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, short bursts of raw intensity and for an upbeat gathering.
How many songs are on Over the Top: The Rarities?
Over the Top: The Rarities has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tear Ya Down (instrumental version) 2:39
- 2 Louie Louie (alternate version) 2:54
- 3 Over the Top Standout 3:20
- 4 Please Don’t Touch 2:48
- 5 Emergency 2:59
- 6 Over the Top (alternate version) 3:04
- 7 Capricorn 4:54
- 8 Train Kept‐A‐Rollin’ Standout 2:44
- 9 (Don’t Let ’Em) Grind Ya Down (alternate version) Standout 3:07
- 10 Lemmy Goes to the Pub (alt version of Heart of Stone) 3:01
- 11 Same Old Song I’m Gone (alt version of Remember Me, I’m Gone) 2:19
- 12 Don’t Need Religion 2:51
Release Date
January 1, 2000
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
36 min 45 sec
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