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The Best of Motörhead

Motörhead · 1993

74 min · 20 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · speed metal

A blistering collection of hard rock anthems and heavy metal ferocity that encapsulates Motörhead's raw energy.

Why this album works

Best for
party ignition with high energy dynamic collection of anthems live tracks for raw excitement
Context
By the time 'The Best of Motörhead' was released in 1993, the band had solidified their status as icons of heavy metal. This compilation came after their critically acclaimed album '1916' (1991) and served to celebrate over a decade of influential music. The album also marked a period when Motörhead was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, particularly in live performances across Europe.
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hard rock, heavy metal, speed metal

The Best of Motörhead is an album by Motörhead, released in 1993. A blistering collection of hard rock anthems and heavy metal ferocity that encapsulates Motörhead's raw energy. 'The Best of Motörhead' not only highlights the band's most significant tracks but also peaked at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its release introduced new listeners to Motörhead's catalog while affirming their legacy within the heavy metal genre during a time when grunge was dominating the mainstream music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Best of Motörhead sound like?

A blistering collection of hard rock anthems and heavy metal ferocity that encapsulates Motörhead's raw energy. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes The Best of Motörhead by Motörhead notable?

'The Best of Motörhead' not only highlights the band's most significant tracks but also peaked at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its release introduced new listeners to Motörhead's catalog while affirming their legacy within the heavy metal genre during a time when grunge was dominating the mainstream music scene. By the time 'The Best of Motörhead' was released in 1993, the band had solidified their status as icons of heavy metal. This compilation came after their critically acclaimed album '1916' (1991) and served to celebrate over a decade of influential music. The album also marked a period when Motörhead was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, particularly in live performances across Europe.

Who is The Best of Motörhead for?

The Best of Motörhead works well if you're into party ignition with high energy, dynamic collection of anthems and live tracks for raw excitement.

How many songs are on The Best of Motörhead?

The Best of Motörhead has 20 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·74:31

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  • 1 Killed by Death Standout 4:40
  • 2 Ace of Spades Standout 2:48
  • 3 Motörhead (live) 3:36
  • 4 Iron Fist 2:52
  • 5 Overkill Standout 5:12
  • 6 Eat the Rich 4:36
  • 7 Love Me Like a Reptile 3:22
  • 8 (We Are) The Road Crew (live) 3:32
  • 9 Rock and Roll 3:50
  • 10 The Hammer 2:46
  • 11 Damage Case 3:01
  • 12 The Chase Is Better Than the Catch 4:17
  • 13 Stone Deaf in the U.S.A. 3:38
  • 14 No Class 2:39
  • 15 Bomber (live) 3:17
  • 16 Doctor Rock 3:39
  • 17 Dead Men Tell No Tales 3:07
  • 18 Built for Speed (live) 4:55
  • 19 Over the Top 3:13
  • 20 Orgasmatron 5:22

Release Date

July 6, 1993

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal, speed metal

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

74 min 31 sec