Supercharger
Machine Head · 2001
74 min · 18 tracks · thrash metal · alternative metal · groove metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and raw energy, blending thrash and groove metal with intense vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- relentless energy for workouts dynamic progression with peaks headbanging anthems for release
- Context
- Released on October 2, 2001, 'Supercharger' marked Machine Head's fifth studio album, coming just after their commercial success with 'The Burning Red.' At this point in their career, they were transitioning into a more accessible sound while still maintaining their heavy roots. The album represented a pivotal moment as the band sought to redefine their identity amidst changes in the metal landscape.
- If you like
- thrash metal, alternative metal, groove metal
Supercharger is an album by Machine Head, released in 2001. A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and raw energy, blending thrash and groove metal with intense vocals. 'Supercharger' debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200 and showcased Machine Head's ability to adapt during a time when nu-metal was dominating charts. The album received mixed reviews but spurred discussions about genre evolution and authenticity within metal circles, solidifying Machine Head's role in the evolving music scene of the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Supercharger sound like?
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and raw energy, blending thrash and groove metal with intense vocals. Rooted in thrash metal and alternative metal.
What makes Supercharger by Machine Head notable?
'Supercharger' debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200 and showcased Machine Head's ability to adapt during a time when nu-metal was dominating charts. The album received mixed reviews but spurred discussions about genre evolution and authenticity within metal circles, solidifying Machine Head's role in the evolving music scene of the early 2000s. Released on October 2, 2001, 'Supercharger' marked Machine Head's fifth studio album, coming just after their commercial success with 'The Burning Red.' At this point in their career, they were transitioning into a more accessible sound while still maintaining their heavy roots. The album represented a pivotal moment as the band sought to redefine their identity amidst changes in the metal landscape.
Who is Supercharger for?
Supercharger works well if you're into relentless energy for workouts, dynamic progression with peaks and headbanging anthems for release.
How many songs are on Supercharger?
Supercharger has 18 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Declaration 1:11
- 2 Bulldozer Standout 4:35
- 3 White‐Knuckle Blackout! 3:14
- 4 Crashing Around You Standout 3:13
- 5 Kick You When You’re Down 4:01
- 6 Only the Names Standout 6:07
- 7 All in Your Head 4:05
- 8 American High 3:48
- 9 Brown Acid 0:59
- 10 Nausea 4:23
- 11 Blank Generation 6:38
- 12 Trephination 4:58
- 13 Deafening Silence 5:33
- 14 Supercharger 3:48
- 15 Hole in the Sky 3:32
- 16 Ten Fold 4:52
- 17 The Blood, The Sweat, The Tears (live) 4:34
- 18 Desire to Fire (live) 4:37
Release Date
October 2, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
74 min 16 sec
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