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Released 13 years ago this June

Super Collider

Megadeth · 2013

45 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal

A blend of classic thrash energy with polished production and introspective lyrics that explore personal and societal themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • introspective themes for reflection
  • mid-tempo energy for commuting
  • consistent flow throughout the album

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows commercial success and continued relevance in Megadeth's later years.
Themes
political disillusionment· personal resilience· technological anxiety
Career context
Released on June 4, 2013, 'Super Collider' is Megadeth's fourteenth studio album, following their 2011 release 'Th1rt3en'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a resurgence in popularity while dealing with lineup changes and evolving their sound to appeal to both long-time fans and newer audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Metallica· Slayer· Anthrax
If this clicks, go next to
Dystopia — Continues the polished sound with heavier themes and a modern edge.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Bloodstone & Diamonds by Machine Head — Shares polished production and explores themes of societal turmoil and personal struggle.
Vengeance Falls by Trivium — Combines heavy riffs with introspective lyrics on resilience and disillusionment in a modern context.
Ashes of the Wake by Lamb of God — Features aggressive thrash elements paired with lyrical themes of war and social critique.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Kingmaker".

  • 1 Kingmaker Start here 4:16
  • 2 Super Collider 4:11
  • 3 Burn! 4:11
  • 4 Built for War 3:57
  • 5 Off the Edge 4:11
  • 6 Dance in the Rain 4:45
  • 7 Beginning of Sorrow 3:51
  • 8 The Blackest Crow 4:27
  • 9 Forget to Remember 4:28
  • 10 Don’t Turn Your Back… 3:47
  • 11 Cold Sweat 3:10

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