Released 8 years ago this October
The Atlas Underground
Tom Morello · 2018
44 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A genre-blurring fusion of rock, electronic, and hip-hop elements, powered by anthemic riffs and socially conscious lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Battle Sirens — This opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythm and urgent lyrics addressing societal struggles, showcasing Morello's signature guitar work.
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Rabbit's Revenge — Featuring an explosive collaboration with several artists, this track blends heavy instrumentation with a fierce critique of systemic oppression.
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We Don't Need You — This anthem embodies defiance against societal norms, highlighted by its powerful chorus and Morello’s distinctive guitar riffs that echo revolutionary sentiments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- politically charged anthemic energy
- engaging narrative throughout tracks
- thought-provoking themes in lyrics
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid politically themed content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Atlas Underground marks Tom Morello's first major solo project since his work with Audioslave and Rage Against the Machine. Released in 2018, it showcases a shift towards a more collaborative approach, featuring various artists across genres that highlights Morello's versatility as a guitarist and activist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rage Against the Machine· Audioslave· System of a Down
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Battle Sirens 4:03
- 2 Rabbit's Revenge 2:59
- 3 Every Step That I Take 3:42
- 4 We Don't Need You 3:03
- 5 Find Another Way 4:38
- 6 How Long 4:23
- 7 Lucky One 3:32
- 8 One Nation 4:15
- 9 Vigilante Nocturno 3:29
- 10 Where It's at Ain't What It Is 3:38
- 11 Roadrunner 2:48
- 12 Lead Poisoning 4:05
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