What makes Stand by Your Man by Lemmy notable?

This EP is notable for its combination of a classic song cover with original tracks, demonstrating Lemmy's versatility. It received positive critical reception, reinforcing Motörhead's status in the emerging heavy metal scene while also showcasing their roots in rock music. The title track, a cover of Tammy Wynette's hit, exemplifies Lemmy's unique approach to genre blending. By 1982, Lemmy was already established as a key figure in the rock scene with Motörhead's relentless touring and previous albums. 'Stand by Your Man' marked a period of experimentation for him, as it was released during the band's growing reputation after the success of their album 'Ace of Spades'. This project showcased Lemmy's ability to infuse classic rock elements into his heavy sound.

How many songs are on Stand by Your Man?

Stand by Your Man has 3 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Stand by Your Man

Lemmy · 1982

8 min · 3 tracks · hard rock

Raw energy and rebellious spirit collide in hard-hitting anthems that blend rock and roll swagger with heavy metal intensity.

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Stand by Your Man — This cover transforms a country classic into a hard rock anthem, highlighting Lemmy's signature raspy vocals and powerful delivery.
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No Class — 'No Class' embodies the raw energy and defiant attitude characteristic of Motörhead, making it a staple in their live performances.
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Masterplan — With its driving rhythm and compelling lyrics, 'Masterplan' showcases the band's knack for combining melody with aggressive instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

This EP showcases Lemmy's hard rock style through energetic performances and solid songwriting.

What we noticed

The EP opens with a cover of 'Stand by Your Man', which is reinterpreted with a heavy guitar riff and aggressive vocals, setting a raw tone.
The second track, 'No Class', features a driving beat and fast-paced guitar solos that maintain high energy throughout.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Stand by Your Man 3:04
2 No Class 2:32
3 Masterplan 2:55

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