Sacrifice
Motörhead · 1995
36 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal
An aggressive blend of hard rock and metal that channels raw energy through gritty riffs and powerful vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo aggression short bursts of intensity headbanging anthems for release
- Context
- Released on July 11, 1995, 'Sacrifice' was Motörhead's 14th studio album and came during a period of renewed critical interest in the band. Following the commercial success of '1916' and 'Bastards', this album continued to solidify their legacy with a sound that embraced both speed metal and classic rock elements. It marked a consistent output from the band as they approached their third decade in music.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, speed metal
Sacrifice is an album by Motörhead, released in 1995. An aggressive blend of hard rock and metal that channels raw energy through gritty riffs and powerful vocals. The album received positive reviews, often highlighted for its relentless energy and lyrical themes addressing war and mortality. 'Sacrifice' contributed to Motörhead's enduring influence in heavy metal, reinforcing their reputation as stalwarts of the genre while reaching No. 16 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing their commercial viability even in the mid-90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sacrifice sound like?
An aggressive blend of hard rock and metal that channels raw energy through gritty riffs and powerful vocals. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Sacrifice by Motörhead notable?
The album received positive reviews, often highlighted for its relentless energy and lyrical themes addressing war and mortality. 'Sacrifice' contributed to Motörhead's enduring influence in heavy metal, reinforcing their reputation as stalwarts of the genre while reaching No. 16 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing their commercial viability even in the mid-90s. Released on July 11, 1995, 'Sacrifice' was Motörhead's 14th studio album and came during a period of renewed critical interest in the band. Following the commercial success of '1916' and 'Bastards', this album continued to solidify their legacy with a sound that embraced both speed metal and classic rock elements. It marked a consistent output from the band as they approached their third decade in music.
Who is Sacrifice for?
Sacrifice works well if you're into steady mid-tempo aggression, short bursts of intensity and headbanging anthems for release.
How many songs are on Sacrifice?
Sacrifice has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sacrifice Standout 3:16
- 2 Sex and Death Standout 2:02
- 3 Over Your Shoulder 3:17
- 4 War for War Standout 3:07
- 5 Order/Fade to Black 4:02
- 6 Dog‐Face Boy 3:25
- 7 All Gone to Hell 3:41
- 8 Make ’Em Blind 4:26
- 9 Don’t Waste Your Time 2:32
- 10 In Another Time 3:09
- 11 Out of the Sun 3:43
Release Date
July 11, 1995
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
36 min 44 sec
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