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Tear Ya Down: The Rarities

Motörhead

82 min · 25 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal

A raw collection of unreleased tracks that captures Motörhead's relentless energy and iconic sound.

Why this album works

This compilation highlights Motörhead's enduring influence on the heavy metal genre, featuring rare tracks that appeal to both collectors and new listeners. Its release contributed to a renewed interest in the band's extensive back catalog, demonstrating their lasting impact on rock music.
Best for
raw energy for late nights dynamic collection for deep dives wave-like pacing with surprises
Context
Released in 1999, 'Tear Ya Down: The Rarities' came during a time when Motörhead was celebrating its legacy after years of influential hard rock and heavy metal. This album follows the band's successful run throughout the 1980s and 1990s, showcasing previously unreleased material that offers fans deeper insight into their creative process during this prolific period.
Stylistic neighbors
Europe· Venom· Megadeth

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Hump on Your Back 3:42
  • 2 Shoot You in the Back 3:09
  • 3 Dirty Love 1:02
  • 4 Dirty Love (Full version) 3:51
  • 5 Love Me Like a Reptile Standout 4:15
  • 6 Fast and Loose 3:04
  • 7 Waltz of the Vampire 3:38
  • 8 Ace of Spades (Rare version) Standout 3:02
  • 9 Bastard 3:04
  • 10 Godzilla Akimbo 2:20
  • 11 (We Are) The Road Crew Standout 3:22

Disc 2

  • 1 Like a Nightmare 4:13
  • 2 Treat Me Nice 3:53
  • 3 Stone Dead Forever 4:35
  • 4 Sharpshooter 3:17
  • 5 You Ain't Gonna Live Forever 3:11
  • 6 The Hammer 3:12
  • 7 Bomber 3:36
  • 8 Love Me Like a Reptile Standout 3:32
  • 9 Fun on the Farm 3:00
  • 10 Tear Ya Down 2:40
  • 11 Fire Fire 2:41
  • 12 Louie Louie 2:45
  • 13 Jailbait 3:33
  • 14 Step Down 3:28

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