Motörhead

Motörhead

hard rock, heavy metal, speed metal

United Kingdom Est. 1975 Disbanded 2015

"With its relentless pace and driving bass lines, the music churns forward like a freight train, combining raw power with rhythmic propulsion that ignites an unwavering sense of urgency."

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Metallic Attack: The Ultimate Tribute

Metallic Attack: The Ultimate Tribute

2004

Motörhead matters as a cultural touchstone that redefined the intersection of rock and metal, creating a sound that resonated with a raw energy that pushed against the polished aesthetics of the era.
Motörhead matters as a cultural touchstone that redefined the intersection of rock and metal, creating a sound that resonated with a raw energy that pushed against the polished aesthetics of the era. Their music became an anthem for rebellion and defiance, resonating deeply within subcultures that embraced an uncensored attitude toward life and art. This blurring of boundaries between genres not only influenced countless musicians but also encapsulated the spirit of a generation seeking authenticity amid a sea of superficiality. The band's approach was marked by relentless intensity, where speed and volume were paramount, creating an unyielding sonic landscape characterized by gritty riffs and thunderous rhythms. In crafting their signature sound, they embraced simplicity as strength, focusing on delivering powerful, concise songs that hit hard and fast. This straightforward yet ferocious style forged a path for future acts to explore heavier sounds without sacrificing melodic sensibility. Lyrically, Motörhead often delves into themes of life on the edge—celebration, heartache, and the inevitable consequences of a wild lifestyle, all conveyed through a gritty lens of honesty. Their storytelling is imbued with both sincerity and irony, reflecting a no-nonsense view of existence that invites listeners to confront uncomfortable truths while reveling in the chaos. The vocal delivery adds to this authenticity, blending raspy grit with an almost conversational tone that feels both personal and universal.

Full discography

Motörhead's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

91 releases 65 albums 3 EPS 1977–2025
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The Manticore Tapes album by Motörhead

The Manticore Tapes

2025

Everything Louder Forever album by Motörhead

Everything Louder Forever

2021

Under Cöver album by Motörhead

Under Cöver

2017

Clean Your Clock album by Motörhead

Clean Your Clock

2016

Bad Magic album by Motörhead

Bad Magic

2015

Aftershock album by Motörhead

Aftershock

2013

The Wörld Is Ours - Vol. 2: Anyplace Crazy as Anywhere Else album by Motörhead

The Wörld Is Ours - Vol. 2: Anyplace Crazy as Anywhere Else

2012

The Wörld Is Ours - Vol. 1: Everywhere Further Than Everyplace Else album by Motörhead

The Wörld Is Ours - Vol. 1: Everywhere Further Than Everyplace Else

2011

The Wörld Is Ours album by Motörhead

The Wörld Is Ours

2011

The Wörld Is Yours album by Motörhead

The Wörld Is Yours

2010

Motörizer album by Motörhead

Motörizer

2008

Better Motörhead than Dead: Live at Hammersmith album by Motörhead

Better Motörhead than Dead: Live at Hammersmith

2007

The Essential Motörhead album by Motörhead

The Essential Motörhead

2007

Kiss of Death album by Motörhead

Kiss of Death

2006

BBC Live & In-Session album by Motörhead

BBC Live & In-Session

2005

Essential Noize: The Very Best of Motörhead album by Motörhead

Essential Noize: The Very Best of Motörhead

2005

Metallic Attack: The Ultimate Tribute album by Motörhead

Metallic Attack: The Ultimate Tribute

2004

Inferno album by Motörhead

Inferno

2004

Hellraiser: Best of the Epic Years album by Motörhead

Hellraiser: Best of the Epic Years

2003

Stone Deaf Forever! album by Motörhead

Stone Deaf Forever!

2003

Extended Versions album by Motörhead

Extended Versions

2002

The Very Best of Motörhead album by Motörhead

The Very Best of Motörhead

2002

The Best of Motörhead album by Motörhead

The Best of Motörhead

2002

Hammered album by Motörhead

Hammered

2002

25 & Alive Boneshaker album by Motörhead

25 & Alive Boneshaker

2001

The Chase Is Better Than the Catch – The Singles A & B's album by Motörhead

The Chase Is Better Than the Catch – The Singles A & B's

2000

The Best of album by Motörhead

The Best of

2000

Deaf Forever: The Best of Motörhead album by Motörhead

Deaf Forever: The Best of Motörhead

2000

We Are Motörhead album by Motörhead

We Are Motörhead

2000

Over the Top: The Rarities album by Motörhead

Over the Top: The Rarities

2000

Everything Louder than Everyone Else album by Motörhead

Everything Louder than Everyone Else

1999

Born to Lose, Live to Win: The Bronze Singles 1978-1983 album by Motörhead

Born to Lose, Live to Win: The Bronze Singles 1978-1983

1999

Snake Bite Love album by Motörhead

Snake Bite Love

1998

King Biscuit Flower Hour Presents: Motörhead album by Motörhead

King Biscuit Flower Hour Presents: Motörhead

1997

Overnight Sensation album by Motörhead

Overnight Sensation

1996

Sacrifice album by Motörhead

Sacrifice

1995

Bastards album by Motörhead

Bastards

1993

The Best of Motörhead album by Motörhead

The Best of Motörhead

1993

The Best of Motörhead – All the Aces album by Motörhead

The Best of Motörhead – All the Aces

1993

March ör Die album by Motörhead

March ör Die

1992

1916 album by Motörhead

1916

1991

Lock Up Your Daughters album by Motörhead

Lock Up Your Daughters

1990

Blitzkrieg on Birmingham '77 album by Motörhead

Blitzkrieg on Birmingham '77

1989

Nö Sleep at All album by Motörhead

Nö Sleep at All

1988

Rock 'n' Roll album by Motörhead

Rock 'n' Roll

1987

Orgasmatron album by Motörhead

Orgasmatron

1986

No Remorse album by Motörhead

No Remorse

1984

Another Perfect Day album by Motörhead

Another Perfect Day

1983

What's Words Worth? album by Motörhead

What's Words Worth?

1983

Iron Fist album by Motörhead

Iron Fist

1982

No Sleep 'til Hammersmith album by Motörhead

No Sleep 'til Hammersmith

1981

Ace of Spades album by Motörhead

Ace of Spades

1980

On Parole album by Motörhead

On Parole

1979

Bomber album by Motörhead

Bomber

1979

Overkill album by Motörhead

Overkill

1979

Motörhead album by Motörhead

Motörhead

1977

The Birthday Party album by Motörhead

The Birthday Party

1985

Live at Brixton Academy album by Motörhead

Live at Brixton Academy

Tear Ya Down: The Rarities album by Motörhead

Tear Ya Down: The Rarities

Stage Fright album by Motörhead

Stage Fright

1916 Live...Everything Louder than Everything Else album by Motörhead

1916 Live...Everything Louder than Everything Else

Protect the Innocent album by Motörhead

Protect the Innocent

Live album by Motörhead

Live

Live 1983 album by Motörhead

Live 1983

Jailbait album by Motörhead

Jailbait

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Motörhead sound like?

With its relentless pace and driving bass lines, the music churns forward like a freight train, combining raw power with rhythmic propulsion that ignites an unwavering sense of urgency. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal. Start with Ace of Spades.

What is the best Motörhead album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Ace of Spades" (1980). It's the most representative of what makes Motörhead worth hearing.

Who is Motörhead for?

If you're into hard rock and heavy metal, Motörhead is worth your time. With its relentless pace and driving bass lines, the music churns forward like a freight train, combining raw power with rhythmic propulsion that ignites an unwavering sense of urgency.

How many albums does Motörhead have?

Motörhead has 91 releases in their discography, including 65 albums and 3 EPs.