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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless energy for workouts
  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • headbanging anthems for release
  • wave-like pacing for engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow, soothing sounds
  • want easy-going background music

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Lamb of God· Pantera· Killswitch Engage

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Declaration 1:11
  • 2 Bulldozer 4:35
  • 3 White‐Knuckle Blackout! 3:14
  • 4 Crashing Around You 3:13
  • 5 Kick You When You’re Down 4:01
  • 6 Only the Names 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

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