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Stage Fright

Motörhead

169 min · 38 tracks · hard rock

A relentless barrage of high-octane riffs and gritty vocals that defines the essence of rock and roll rebellion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Dr. Rock Start here — Opening with a powerful riff, this track embodies Motörhead's signature sound while celebrating rock music as an unstoppable force.
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    Ace of Spades — This iconic anthem captures the urgency and thrill of living life on the edge, becoming one of Motörhead’s defining songs.
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    Killed by Death — With its driving beat and memorable chorus, this track exemplifies Motörhead’s knack for blending catchy hooks with heavy instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic energy flow with peaks
  • relentless barrage of heavy riffs
  • for high-energy gatherings
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • cathartic release for frustrations

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer soft or mellow sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog that showcases Motörhead's consistent energy and style.
Themes
rock and roll resilience· gambling risks· adventurous rebellion
Career context
Released in 1998, Stage Fright marked a significant moment in Motörhead's career as they cemented their status within the heavy metal genre. This album came after the band's successful years in the '80s and '90s, showcasing their resilience and ability to adapt while staying true to their hard rock roots. It also featured new material after a brief hiatus following their previous release.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· AC/DC

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Dr. Rock Start here 4:07
  • 2 Stay Clean 2:46
  • 3 Shoot You in the Back 3:12
  • 4 Love Me Like a Reptile 4:14
  • 5 Killers 4:25
  • 6 Metropolis 4:43
  • 7 In the Name of Tragedy 4:04
  • 8 Dancing on Your Grave 4:28
  • 9 R.A.M.O.N.E.S. 2:30
  • 10 Sacrifice 7:36
  • 11 Just 'Cos You Got the Power 7:29
  • 12 Going to Brazil 2:43
  • 13 Killed by Death 5:10
  • 14 Iron Fist 4:11
  • 15 Whorehouse Blues 4:38
  • 16 Ace of Spades 4:35
  • 17 Overkill 8:01

Disc 2

  • 1 Dr. Rock Start here 5:42
  • 2 Stay Clean 1:12
  • 3 Shoot You in the Back 2:40
  • 4 Love Me Like a Reptile 4:56
  • 5 Killers 4:14
  • 6 Metropolis 4:42
  • 7 Over the Top 2:42
  • 8 No Class 3:30
  • 9 I Got Mine 5:20
  • 10 In the Name of Tragedy 3:58
  • 11 Dancing on Your Grave 4:40
  • 12 R.A.M.O.N.E.S. 2:03
  • 13 Sacrifice 7:46
  • 14 Just 'Cos You Got the Power 7:21
  • 15 Going to Brazil 2:30
  • 16 Killed by Death 5:12
  • 17 Iron Fist 4:03
  • 18 Whorehouse Blues 4:45
  • 19 Ace of Spades 4:33
  • 20 Overkill 8:03
  • 21 Credits 1:02

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Highway to Hell

Highway to Hell

AC/DC

Shares the same relentless energy and rebellious spirit in hard rock anthems.

British Steel

British Steel

Judas Priest

Combines heavy riffs with themes of resilience and adventure, echoing Motörhead's ethos.

Appetite for Destruction

Appetite for Destruction

Guns N' Roses

Features gritty vocals and a raw rock sound that aligns with the adventurous rebellion of Motörhead.

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