Reviews (page 10 of 14)
This album rips start to finish. Starting with "Bombtrack" a palm-muted guitar kicks off the album opener, a more technical and faster feeling riff than the part to follow, it builds and builds and then "boom," the whole band comes in for the first verse with a nassssty jump riff, a hair slower feeling than the intro guitar riff but it goes a whole lot harder, epic intro to the album. In the first track we can hear some effects used on the vocals that can be heard here and there throughout the album, doubled up vocal tracks, delay, even some calls and responses with singer doing both parts. My favorite vocal performance on the album is actually during the outro of the final track "Freedom", where Zack de la Rocha goes full on metal fry-screaming/yelling. The whole album has dope riffs, dope tone, and the solo sounds, sheeeeeeeesh. Never really clicked before but some of the solo sounds and tones remind me of a theremin. One of my favorite instrumental sections of the album is after the bridge of "Know Your Enemy" where the bass, with some sludgy grit, takes on the the verse riff alone while the guitar emulates police sirens "woops." Least favorite section of instruments on the album is the guitar solo on "Township Rebellion" felt experimental but out of place. The songs that felt like they had the heaviest rap or hip-hop influences on the instruments were "Fistful of Steel" which is majorly lead by bass on the verses, and the verses of "Township Rebellion" also have a hip-hop vibe featuring a cow-bell heavy beat. Funkiest vibed songs were "Know Your Enemy" and "Bullet In the Head". Doomiest track was "Settle for Nothing," loved the vocal performance on this track, also Phishiest guitar solo. Playlist Worthy: "Bombtrack", "Settle for Nothing", & "Freedom" Doomiest Track: "Settle for Nothing" Least Favorite Track: "Township Rebellion" Dopest Moment on the Record: Sludgy bass on the verse riff with guitar "woop, woops" on "Know Your Enemy" or the vocals during the outro of "Freedom" at 4:40.
radicalized me on the way to work. ready to burn things to the ground.
Sadly these lyrics will be relevant until the American Empire sinks into the sea. Until then, RATM rules.
I liked this way more than I was expecting to. In fact I listened to the album twice. It was great for a spin workout. 7.5/10
Respect. Enjoyed but could not listen every day. Anger well presented.
enjoyed all the intrumentals, not so much on lyrics, but overall very good
Killer baselines and sound in general, but sometimes too political for my taste
4/5
Wow…
Briljant vond ik dit toen een klasgenoot begin jaren 90 hiermee aan kwam zetten en eigenlijk heb ik 't daarna helemaal kapot gedraaid, vandaar dat ik op 4 sterren blijf steken, maar eigenlijk zouden het er 5 moeten zijn.
Classic! Period!
Op Killing in The Febo na (die is echt compleet doodgedraaid) is het toch wel een heel tof album om weer helemaal te draaien. Wat een bevlieging zit er in die vocalen.
Hypes up
Deffo heat
I remembered every song on this album, which is strange given I never owned this album. So much intensity, so much heartbreak. Really powerful stuff
А-ху-ен-но! Но не "выброс", как мы выяснили. Хотя очень хотелось пятёрку бахнуть, но это прям шушуть не дотягивает.
морело разъеб, энергия разъеб, приколы с эффектами разъеб, но я бы посмотрел на них, где они сдались и начали юзать семплы и синты, это было бы 5 жб. 4, ибо примерно уровень дед кеннедис для меня, где-то пизже, где-то хуже, но я им почему-то 4 поставил, так бы подумал 45
People in the 60's were looking for something hard, out came Led Zepplin, Black Sabath, etc. Now fast forward to the 90's and 00's and we are still looking for something new and still hard... out comes Rage. It's not for everyone but for those looking for something HARD you have found it.
Don't think I quite get this but it sounded very angry: I can commend this for the amount of emotion put through in the LP. Strong lyrics, a bit loud at times but nothing to hate especially when paired with the backing it had. Decent but I will let it cook before I give it a five.
An excellent album!
Strangely, I’ve never listened to this album in its entirety though of course I’ve heard many of the tracks in the early nineties and throughout my angsty teenage years. This morning it helped me tackle a brutal hill session in the freezing cold rain and I couldn’t think of a better soundtrack 🤘🏼
I really enjoyed the album. There are some absolute hits on the album. The start of the album is very strong but it does tail off towards the end. I would listen to the beginning of the album again.
Pretty rageful.
Full of great guitar and bass riffs, but somewhat disjointed with the slew of rhythm and melody changes in too many songs as well as Tommy Morello's blips and bleeps (innovative as they were). Zack's angry polemic and shouting gets a bit too much, but that was the point of course! Does what exactly what they set out to do, educate, enrage and liven up we 80s/90s kids. It's really a 3.5, but I'll round up here because it's an important and popular album.
The lyrics are still important in these songs, despite my taste in music changing since the album’s release.
Banger album, such high energy
Champagne communists but they know how to bang a track out
rage against the machaine
Wild album. Full of energy and purpose. Loved the unusual song structures.
There is no way to say it anymore clearly, but I am diametrically opposed to most anything politically these guys stand for. That comes with a giant “however“. They blew up the metal/rap genre! There songs, all have a powerful, drive and flow. Extremely talented musicians. I have grown to really enjoy their work. High marks.
I imagine RATM superfans liken themselves to counter culture badasses who will riot on site, but were more likely the teens whose rebellious act was whispering the cuss words ln this album.
Here I am. 13 years old. Writing an angst ridden blog and blasting this album. Making a difference in this world.
This album got me through some emotionally trying times.
this one takes me back. I was a teen when it came out, so didn't really understand their message on anything but a superficial level, but definitely felt it.
***Listens to the first 2 songs*** Wants to run through a brick wall
Some real bangers in the first half but peters out in the second half in my opinion. first half is crazy strong so probably still a 4. Iconic cover too.
Fantastic rap metal. Pretty much the pinnacle of that genre
I don’t know if there’s a single artist whose name more accurately sums them up than Rage Against The Machine. With every song, they reaffirm their moniker. The songs are deeply political and viscerally angry. I appreciate the guitar writing—the album is full of heavy riffs and interesting effects. The solo on “Killing in the Name” is amazing. Having said all that, I found the rap-metal a bit wearisome over the course of the album, just yearning for some sort of melody in the vocals. And it’s a bit more angry than I typically feel inclined to listen to. So while I cannot deny that it’s an excellent album, I also don’t want to listen to it again. As such, it earns a solid 4/5, taking into consideration my own preferences, although it would certainly be worthy of a 5/5 from reviewers more amenable to this style.
Great album - very loud for my soul, but damn good band
Still one of the most rockin' albums ever
My first delve into Rage was a pleasant surprise! Listened while at the gym for peak angry white boy immersion. Very consistent, riffs are surprisingly groovy. Good bass tone and great bass parts overall, more funk inspiration than I expected. I was promised weird guitars and I got them, shoutout Tom Morello. Lyrics vary greatly from shockingly intelligent to heavy handed and repetitive, but are never a major detriment of the song. Do not much care for Zach de la Rocha’s vocals but I can’t imagine anything else fitting better with their sound. Killing in the Name is a slightly overrated song. Good payoff but verses have too much repetition. Best song: Take the Power Back or Settle for Nothing Worst song: Fistful of Steel - siren sound in verses is a bit grating and it drags a bit. Very solid 4/5 - Will revisit.
I came into this album hesitantly because I am a huge rap fan and I enjoy my fair share of metal. Because of that I sorta hate rap metal because it is often just a worse version of the two genres. The hope that I did have was the fact that I was always told in real life and on the internet that Rage was always one of the few good "rap metal" bands alongside SOAD and Faith No More and I liked some SOAD singles and the Faith No More album I was recommended from this list. The only Rage song I had only ever heard "Bulls On Parade" (and maybe "Killing In The Name") and I liked that but I never looked into their catalogue. This album definitely surpassed my low bar of expectations because it is one of the best metal albums I have ever heard. I was surprised by how good the instrumentation was throughout this album the guitarwork and drumming surprisingly was great and can definitely stand up to most other great metal albums. I also am a little confused because people call Rage rap metal but I don't really see it. When I listen to Faith No More or Linkin' Park they actually rap and have rap verses which imo is often the worst part of some of their songs. Rage is similar to SOAD in that way. I see some of the rap inspirations but I would not call either band rap metal imo because they don't actually rap; to me it is closer to spoken word than rap. This is not to disparage the bands by any means as I think they are both great; I just find it as a complete mischaracterization of their music and in reality I think it is more fitting to just label them as alternative metal bands that are inspired by rap. I actually think that it makes their music better because as it turns out it is not easy to be a good rapper and 99.9% (if not more) of rap metal bands don't have good rappers and it ruins their otherwise solid songs. Nevertheless this album despite my criticism of the misclassification is really great. I think it is one of the best metal albums I have heard from a writing standpoint but the one standout quality of this album is the guitar more than anything. Both lead and bass were absolutely stealing the show in some of these songs. I had heard from some friends who play guitar that Tom Morello is one of the greats but I did not expect this level of innovation and general creativity. His lead was the part on every song that I kept being sucked into. Definitely one of the best guitar performances album-wise I have ever heard. In all honesty I think the weakest part of the album was probably Zack's vocals (that is relatively because he still is great just the others are better at their part imo). I really respect his writing and lyricism but I don't think he has particularly outstanding vocal performances throughout the album. He does provide great loud, punchy vocals that marry well with the rest of the track but I found his vocals sort of disappeared into the instrumentation at times. The bass and drums are both played to some of the highest levels I have heard in metal. Tim and Brad really are the backbone of a lot of these tracks while Tom and Zack provide the ear candy. I do however have two criticism, for this album, besides me thinking that Zack was good not great. First, some of these tracks do drag on a little bit to long like "Township Rebellion" and "Freedom". Secondly, they do suffer slightly from the fact that some of the weaker tracks on the album do sound a little bit repetitive in their sound. This is not really that big an issue but big enough that it can be pointed out. Also the aforementioned, "Township Rebellion", has by far the most obnoxious chorus on the album. I like it but it is repeated way to many times, especially at the end of the song. Also I am still not a fan of screaming in my music and there was a surprising lack of screaming on this album. I was expecting a lot more because I had heard they screamed a lot in their music but it was either not super apparent and it fit into the track well or there was not a ton of screaming. All this being said this is an absolute killer album and it is definitely a classic. It also has some of the best songs of the 90's with "Killing In The Name", "Bombtrack" and "Know Your Enemy". Not a skip on here and personally I think to really get a full appreciation of this album you probably need to listen to it 2-3 times so that you can focus on the lyrics, drums and guitars separately. Strong 9-9.5/10.
If this weren’t nostalgic for me, not sure I’d have enjoyed it so much, but here we are.
This is the first album I’m familiar with (and like), there is almost always a RATM song on my playlist. Likes: Political message mixed with great delivery, those basslines, high energy Dislikes: Tracks can get a bit samey, don’t usually like “screamy” vocals (although I think they’re appropriate here) Listens: 2 Fave Tracks: Killing In The Name, Know Your Enemy Rating: 4
I feel like I always believed Rage Against the Machine to be way too hard metal. But the bass and guitar are super good and interesting to listen to. There is a little more screaming and a little more "noise" here than I generally prefer. I liked it. With a good set of headphones (that I use at my computer) and at an appropriate (not too loud) volume, it's great. I wonder if worse speakers would make me hate it, because I would be unable to make out the bass or other interesting pieces. 4/5 stars
This is their best album
Classic
It's a no doubt masterpiece
absolute banger debut album
I was surprised at how high the rating was for this, since I thought that Rage Against the Machine was sort of a joke band, but this was so good. Great playing by Tim Commerford
Kind of surprising that a group with such anti-establishment, anti-police brutality, anti-systemic racism messages was signed with Sony. Still powerful and just as impactful, if not more so, than when it was released. A rallying cry to take the power back. Musically and lyrically insightful.
Enjoyable album, and great message. Sad that the message still rings so true 30 years later. Consistent theme, great lyricism, and infectious musicality
Full of rage. Cool to drive with it.
The rage is relentless
Very angry. Hi energy. Like it. 4/5
Fun Rock album with heavy repeat value when in the mood to rage
Very very upset with the world. fair. I like the vibe
Fantastic.
Ragelicious
A great, great listen. Growing up with this kind of soundtrack has really shaped my musical tastes. I don’t often go back to it though so I was glad to have the nudge to. I probably never listened to this from beginning to end as I didn’t own the cd so chances are, this is the first proper listen. It does not disappoint.
Solid throughout, lots of fun and interesting melodies.
Settle for Nothing is a great Nirvana song Love the snare sound on this album Bullet in your head: so much sabbath! Stylistically homogenous throughout which is the album’s greatest strength and weakness at the same time as it could get the point across with Bombtrack and Take the Power Back, then call it a day. Freedom is also cool. A good heavy rock album with a lot to say that kind of popularized the rap-metal hybrid genre that was outside the mainstream.
I liked it
Classic album to enjoy, need to listen to it more. Liked a few songs, listened while doing a deadlift workout.
pretty good sound. Wish it wasn't so crass on the lyrics.
It was pretty good, one of the few albums id love an instrumental for
A pretty consistent album from front to back. A good mix of groove, aggression, and build-ups. The slow moments work well with the faster ones. The bass and drums being higher in the mix create a powerful atmosphere, with the vocals and guitar adding into it. Though a couple songs do sound same-y. Final Thoughts: Great album, though wouldn't go out of my way for a re-listen. Genre: Nu-Metal/Rap Metal, 1992. Rating: 4.3/5
Me and my whole friend group bumped Rage when we were 13-17, and we had some pretty questionable taste, including nu-metal - so this album must be crap. Hey, what d'ya know - it actually holds up pretty well. The guitar work is pretty dynamic, with distortion, texture, solos, and riffage. A lot of the guitar is rhythmic, which combined with rock drumming, super muscular bass, and spoken/rapped vocals means like 90% of their sound is rhythm. I respect how they combine rock, hip-hop, punk, and funk-metal. Zack is a very compelling vocalist. Cynically, you could say that the vague and angsty political messages are carefully formulated to make teenagers feel like revolutionaries when they break school uniform code or smoke a cigarette. However, some of the songwriting is also pretty memorable and good. My main issue is that lots of the songs use a technique of having a kind of breakdown in the middle, followed by a gradual build-up, then a crescendo where Zack shouts a slogan. I'm sure it works great for a mosh pit, but it gets pretty formulaic, and it also means most of the tracks end up 5-6 minutes. Overall though, I'm glad this is still a surprisingly solid record even when I'm no longer a bong-ripping teenage rebel. 4*
Lekkere muziek, wel druk.
Solid, just as good as when I first heard it in 1992. Its got a few tracs that don't measure up but overall pretty good.
I wasn't old enough (or even American) to understand American politics at the time, but a lot of these lyrics sounded relevant to today's political landscape (if a hellfire can be considered a landscape). I've always liked RATM. I don't put them on regular rotation but I appreciate them when I do listen to them.
One of the 1st rock albums I really got into. So many solid tracks on this album. Tom Morello's guitar playing on this was iconic for me when I was learning to play.
4.25
A boldly enduring album. Zack de la Rocha's poignant lyrics and powerful vocal delivery makes up a majority of the Rage in Rage Against The Machine. The rest of the band expertly backs him up with punctuating riffs from Morello, hard-hitting drums from Wilk, and Commerford with surprisingly groovy basslines. This culminates in the utterly fantastic 1-2 punch of Bombtrack followed by Killing in the Name. These two tracks still live on as genuinely fantastic shows of power from Rage and are arguably their best songs. As the album rolls on though, it is evident that Rage is something of a one-trick pony. And while I think they do that one trick particularly well, it gets pretty tiring when you heard it done best the first two times. A key exception I'll note is Know Your Enemy, which has some of the most interesting guitar work from Morello combined with a poignant outro from De La Rocha. Obviously this is a classic. There's reasonable room for discussion on the effectiveness of the band's core message and how it was delivered, but the debut Rage album is unforgettable at it's root. A tour de force in all respects.
Wow. That can be the best rapcore / rap metal album ever. Wonderful, dynamic music with pesymistic, fatalistic lyrics and tragedy on the cover - how can I be indifferent to it? First half of this album is great -5/5. The end is not as good but still enjoyable. 4,4
It's pretty solid. I'm very tired of hearing Killing In The Name of at this point in my life but it's still a good song. It's enjoyable, but I'm not crazy about it. I think the follow up, Evil Empire, is the superior RATM album. I'm giving it a 4. It's more like a 3.5 for the enjoyment I get from it. I'm tempted to give it a 1 just for all the crappy rap-rock bands that followed.
When I first listened to Rage, I played San Andreas, and boy did "Killing in the Name of" fit into the game. As for the rest of the album, I had not heard it until today. The lyrics clearly aimed to inspire the listener to stand up and rebel against the "system," which is a bit corny and over the top. As for the music, it added and complemented the lyrics with its high-energy, fast, and rough riffs to great success. Although it was, and maybe still is, a controversial record, I would say that looking at it from a musical standpoint, the average Hard Rock/Heavy Metal fan will find the fast and electric nature of the album itself a great listen. 4/5
Very good
Of course I know Rage Against the Machine, but I've never really listened to any of their deep cuts, save for one or two, so listening to a whole albums of theirs is new for me. I do quite enjoy this, super bumping with each song, just probably a bit repetitive, with each song following the same general format. Still good, and goes hard.
Yeah it still slaps
Every song could have been a minute shorter and it would have been a much tighter album. Zack de la Rocha yelling "yeah" and "unh" on every track only gets you so far. Very solid songs and overall structure of the album beyond that. A tighter editing would have made this a 5.
Full of good riffs and solos. Killing in the Name, Bullet in the Head, Know Your Enemy are standouts.
I've heard the singles, never listened to the album, rectified that today, enjoyed the record, will have to listen to it more. Some wild guitar sounds for sure!
fantastic album with strong songs
Classic album. 8/10
I’d run through a wall listening to this album
Angry. Amazing tone. Lyrics hyper-relevant 30 years later
Incredibly provocative. Probably the only good rap-rock hybrid
Captures angst perfectly and it still makes me pissed today while bobbing my head along. Noticed the drum playing more on this listen through and kudos. Also fuck 12
It’s a rare kind of alchemy found in these tracks. The words, grooves, attitudes fit like tectonic plates – first locking in, then finding friction, then pushing up together into the sky, building mountains. I’m always on the lookout for emotion-, feeling-, impulse-defining combinations of musicianship and lyricism – the sort of moments that take you to wherever the artist wanted you to go no matter your previous headspace. “Fuck you, I won’t do what you tell me”, sat atop that preposterously dialled-in groove is canon. It is slam dancing rebellion that throws everything at you and then its limbs; bratty rage against the machines of loving grace. (“Motherfucker”, it should be noted, is delivered with a similarly emphatic aplomb.) There’s more to this record than just that track – the 2009 U.K. Christmas number one –though. Lots. So much so that a whole generation can claim to have come of age bouncing around (moshing, pogoing, etc.) either under RATM’s direct influence or in the bombtrack’s aftershocks. I was in the latter camp; 12 years of age and tragically romanced by the concept of being “a mosher”. RATM are forever “fuck you, I won’t do what you tell me” – but they’re also battle of the bands nights at the local theatre, school talent shows, all ages gigs at struggling pubs (ones that let you buy beer if you could grow a moustache!), late-late nights drinking vodka red bulls in your mates’ garden. They’re a community, a kind of belonging through music that transcends a lot besides. And when that sort of togetherness is addressed to the forces of alienation and atomisation –that which tells us to jump and expect us to say “how high?” – there can no greater “fuck you” than that.
This album took up most of the 64MB my RCA Lyra MP3 player had to offer back in the summer of 2003 when I was working for my local town council mowing municipal properties. It got me through some long days, well until the AA batteries gave out.
Clasicazo sinceramente
Nostalgic memory. Quite repetitive, definitely need to be in a certain mood for this
4.5
Poco se puede decir de un disco que tiene una de las mejores canciones de la historia...
RAtM's debut album is still as raw and unflinching as when it first came out, perhaps even more relevant.
It's a little depressing how much the content of the songs holds up still.
an album ive heard many times reminiscent of some of the music we adore; and also, theyre awesome live. not an album to skimp on.
Sólido
I'm sure everyones review mentions it, but this has to be one of the best produced rock albums of all time. Even on songs i'm not crazy about like 'Settle for Nothing', the contrast between the quieter and louder parts, how well every instrument fits into the mix. The first minute of 'Take the Power Back' is a masterclass in how to mix an album. Outside of that, the political lyrics and the anger they're delivered with matches perfectly with the instrumentation. Only things stopping me from giving a 5 are a couple of weaker tracks, and a general feeling like the songs could use a bit of trimming. The whole album also just works off the same trick, but it's an innovative trick and it sounds good. The amazing production also masks over a lot of small issues, it's just great fun to listen to.
I first heard of Rage Against The Machine when I was in high school, when I'd see some of my classmates wearing shirts with the Evil Empire album cover on them. I didn't know anything about the band, but the students who wore the Evil Empire shirts were usually not to be fucked with, so I figured it wasn't anything I had any business listening to. However, over the years, I've heard a small handful of their songs, and I've become pretty well acquainted with their political views. This was my first time listening to one of their albums from start to finish, and I thought it was really great. Zack de la Rocha's vocals and Tom Morello's guitar playing are a match made in heaven. I love the heavy guitar distortion, and the fact that each song had a unique musical sound to it. I really enjoyed the politically charged lyrics on this album too. Once again, another album that's over thirty years old is talking about things that are still hot-button issues today. Kind of makes me wonder if this country is just doomed to keep repeating the same mistakes until the effects of climate change finally cook us all alive. All in all, this is a solid album, that sounds way ahead of its time, both musically and lyrically. Favorite Track: Take the Power Back
Such a good album to gym too, with a class cover art. Just a great album in general. One of the first albums I brought on vinyl. Such a great politically charged album.
30 years and holds up really well. I normally dislike US funk metal but this is a true original and inovator. It rocks hard...
Very good
These guys stole our group name >:( Killing in the Name will always go hard till the day I die. Some songs I never heard before. Take the Power Back was a favorite. I think this album falls into the category of the songs being so lyrically driven, but I don't pay attention to the lyrics word for word, so a lot of the purpose of the album gets lost on me. Tim Commerford has now entered my brain as a great bassist, based off this album. Definitely an impactful album socially. Simple repetition of some phrases is effective.
I never really got into RAtM back in the times, largely because the people I knew that liked them weren’t the kind of people I wanted to associate with: mostly racist wannabe tough guys who totally missed the point of what Rage was singing about. All that aside, this a good album. Righteous lyrics over a banging rhythm section and Tom Morello’s impressive guitar work. Solid.
Очень крутой
Brilliant, invigorating, extremely political album. Lyrically incisive and cool if, for obvious reasons, simplistic. Era-defining definitely although passed me by a little bit. Album art is extraordinary. Very strong 4
🤘
Great album, haven’t listened to the entirety before. I enjoy how the energy, music, and lyrics blend and match perfectly.
I think rap rock/rap metal is usually an ill-advised medley, but I’m almost convinced it could work off of this album because it rocks. Anger, power, rhythm, awesome awesome guitar playing. Best song: Killing in the Name
Strong
Ever amazing Rage Against The Machine, politically on point and full of energy. The self-immolation of the Vietnamese monk as the album cover is just a taste of what you can expect to hear throughout the record. You can't deny this genre bending amalgamation is perfect to pump you up and get you started for whatever you are doing. Best: Killing In The Name Worst: Take The Power Back
The greatest combination of rock and rap ever made, maybe? This music makes me wanna burn down a police station. Just as potent now as it was 30 years ago. Well, I assume. So far, this is by far the best weightlifting soundtrack of any album I've reviewed here. I think this is the first time I've ever heard rap-rock that wasn't cringe
They're just so angry /s. Pretty good rap rock with very salient points. Even today.
30 years later and the lyrics as meaningful as ever
Man this is great. Especially considering it's their debut. Incredible.
rage is a hard hitting, still relevant force. speaking meaningfully about their time and place, while still being cutting edge for radio adjacent and radio forward music. tom morello knows guitar tones, la rocha’s growl is fierce and grating. good ass band, yo. those that work forces are the same that burn crosses!
This album remains perhaps the only one of its kind that remains listenable. Preceding what would later become alternative metal, rap-core, and then arguably nu metal, etc., RATM is the gold standard that did not seem to sell out, at least as badly, to the 'machine'. The best part of this album though is the mix, taking De La Rocha's lyrics and hip-hop/rap style engineering we are given a hard rock album with authoritative thump that drives the passionately angry protest vibes with an aurally tangible fervor. Those are what makes the album great, but it sort of also becomes where the album begins to plateau. Zack's rhythm and prose are consistent throughout, the band's style and instrumentation follow suit so very well, but this album is a forced feeding to the listener of their political feelings and offers little in terms of where to go from there and in a frustrating way that while it motivates the fight it offers no visibility into what winning would look like. This is the thinking man's review, but objectively and with regard to the music and with total respect for political beliefs that favor with good intentions values that are at their core agreeable, there may not be a better or more effective display of politics in the world of music.
arrancó bárbaro después me fue dando más paja igual 8/10
Very good. The only complaint is the songs all start sounding the same eventually.
Love me some rage
This album is sooo good! Kinda makes you wanna scream at the top of your lungs “FUCK YOU KERRY”. I dont know why but that’s the feeling I get.
Une nouvelle super bande de joyeux gueulards, ce genre musical est définitivement dans le coup. Je profite de ce commentaire pour m'inquiéter pour la santé de Robert. Ce dernier a en effet passé tout le week end de Pâques a se défoncer la gueule à coup de rails de coke et autres seringues, nous proposant une série d'albums tout bonnement exceptionnelle. Il a été admis hier en cure de désintoxe, mais a quand même réussi ce matin à sniffer un peu de cocaïne depuis son lit, nous proposant l'album de Jacques Brel. Son état de santé est dans un état critique, et qui sait de quoi demain sera fait.
Never actually listened to this before, it's pretty good!
Solid Rage Against the Machine stuff. Not really much else to say here, other than I'm surprised this band ended up so mainstream given the subject matter, but the guitar work is obviously incredible. Standouts: Bombtrack, Killing in the Name, Bullet In the Head, Wake Up
c'est comme un paquet de bingos j'aime beaucoup mais je sais déjà que y'a des bingos dedans. lourd quand même
Solid.
It’s what I imagine it would be like if a drug dealer offered you a various sample of all his mixes of uppers. It some pretty hardcore stuff and I’m probably not experienced enough with it to tell the difference. Doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy it, but just need something to bring me back down. ‘Wake Up’ is the credit song from ‘The Matrix’ and is a pretty good guitar grinder.
Rage Against the Machine's self-titled debut album is an explosive and politically charged piece of work. Released in 1992, this album immediately made a huge impact on the music world and solidified the band's place as one of the most influential groups of their time. From the explosive opener "Bombtrack," the listener is thrust into a world of furious guitars, thundering drums, and Zach de la Rocha's powerful vocals. The band's signature sound is a unique blend of heavy metal, punk rock, and hip-hop, which they use to great effect to deliver their uncompromising political message. Rage Against the Machine tackles issues such as police brutality, government corruption, and corporate greed. Tracks like "Killing in the Name" and "Bullet in the Head" are particularly powerful, with de la Rocha's vocal delivery and lyrics doing a good job by aggresively calling out the injustices of the system and demanding change. It’s not just de la Rocha who makes this album what it is. Tom Morello's guitar work is impressive, as he uses a variety of innovative techniques to create sounds that are unlike anything else in rock music. The rhythm section of Tim Commerford on bass and Brad Wilk on drums is tight and powerful, providing a solid foundation for the band's explosive sound. The album is a powerful statement of political defiance that still resonates today, and a testament to the band's talent and creativity.
Good stuff, feels like it started getting a bit flat in the second half, but still enjoyable Saved tracks: Killing In The Name, Know Your Enemy, Wake Up
Look, it's good. It defined a generation of angry people. Its message is still relevant. But it's not aged tremendously well. Personally, given the choice of this or a SOAD album, I'll take Serj and the boys over RATM all day.
⭐ Bullet In The Head
One of the most influential albums in the US. Not really my type of music-- although i do like rock music a lot, i think it might be a way better album if i actually take the time to understand the lyrics.
One of my favorite albums in high school. There was nothing quite like this, although some bands approached this sound. Loved the hard-hitting sound, the defiance in the lyrics, even though I didn't truly understand the message. Today there's not as much enjoyment in the aggressiveness as there once was. Still a great album. 1 - bad 2 - average 3 - good 4 - great 5 - outstanding
I absolutely love the counter culture, anti-establishment lyrics. I’m shocked I’ve never bothered to listen to RATM before. I loved this!
Super
good album. put a couple songs on the liked. some are a little goofy but its okay.
Great songs with amazing lyrics. I’ve heard a few songs from this group before, but never a whole album. I was not disappointed.
Mjög solid plata.
A bona-fide classic
Listened Before: Many Times This album was a staple of my high school years. It still holds up pretty well, and it has a good (but violent) message. I may not groove on it as intensely anymore but I still listen to it occasionally. Added to Library? Y Songs added to playlist: Wake Up
Sounds great if a bit one note. Nice grooves and heavy lyrics. Enjoyed
Nice, little bit strange at the beginning
So good. A 1 2 punch at the beginning and just keeps pounding on you until the rib breaking body blow of “Wake Up”
although the riffs are similar, they have enough character and are individually iconic to not feel rote. lyrics are less flowery than my favorite songwriters, but that’s the point- the lyrics are blunt, hard hitting, and shouting uncomfortable truths from the cafeteria table. iconic record
Absolute banger, fuck the system
funny tom morello guitar
They told me to give this album a 4 and I did what they told me.
81/100: I was beginning to grow sick of exclusively listening to Black Sabbath while working out, so I was excited to listen to this during my workout today. I then found my thoughts about this album to be incredibly dependent on the circumstances of my environment while listening to it. That is to say, I absolutely loved this album. I thought it was incredible, and kept thinking to myself, "Damn, I need to listen to more hard rock." In hindsight, though, I wonder how much that perspective was influenced by the fact that I had a bunch of pre-workout coursing through my veins and was moving heavy objects. I should probably listen to this one again in a more sober state, but I don't know if I really want to. Right now, this album resides in a niche but otherwise nearly vacant corner of my brain: music that can unfailingly pump me up. I'm worried listening to it in any other setting besides one clouded by pre-workout and dumbbells will unconsciously tie the album to other corners of my brain, thus tainting its niche role. I suppose in terms of reviewing this album, though, I'm at somewhat of an impasse. I don't feel comfortable classifying this album as one of my top albums of the project so far, because I know it doesn't deserve to be; however, based on how I felt listening to it while working out, maybe it should be? I frequently say "I don't grade on a curve," but that's usually with respect to other people's opinions of albums or, more typically, genres. I feel like I'm battling my own split opinion here; therefore, I feel a bit more comfortable "curving" my grade of this album down a bit to reflect some of the retrospective, more sober thoughts I have about this album.
Before this, I only knew a few of the famous Rage Against The Machine songs. This album was amazing. The only reason I can't bring myself to give it a 5 is because it doesn't change much tone-wise throughout the album; the songs begin to blend together. Even so, this was great, and I think it's perfect for what it is. The music is awesome, and I love the guitar on this album. The lyrics are very potent and they are still rather relevant today. I also enjoyed the vocal performance on this album. My favourite songs were probably Killing In The Name, Fistful of Steel, and Township Rebellion.
Finally got around to listening to this properly. Guitar is very standout throughout, I just prefer music with more varied instrumentation. Important topics covered in quite short and snappy shouted phrases. This is a good album if a little overrated 4/5 Favourite tracks: Bombtrack, Killing in the name, bullet in the head, know your enemy
A landmark but also a genuinely great album. Of course, the focal point is Zack de la Rocha's righteous fury and Tom Morello's magnificent and inventive riffing. On the other hand, the solos are just serviceable with some nice noise-inspired passages. The rhythm section is also low in originality, but very, VERY high on angry grooving, just like the compositions and song structures demand. Overall, a must have and indeed one of 1,001 albums (or less) you should hear before you die.
an all time classic
High energy with insane bass riffs, very politically-centered lyrics with an edge to them. Genuinely feels like he means what he says, overall I'd say a 8/10
Feel ready to overthrow my government
Smá nostalgía. 1992 þótti mér mjög mikilvægt að tónlistarmenn notuðu ekki syntha en þeim mun skrýtnari hljóð sem gítarinn gæfi frá sér því betra, RATM toppuðu sig þar. Því sögðu, þá finnst mér platan örlítið dala er líður á, en hún er samt ansi góð.
Very eager but some good songs. Really hafts be in the mood for their music though
I mean it’s Rage
I rate this album a 8/10, I liked it although it gets a little repetitive.
I did enjoy it. Some of the riffs and songs started to sound very similar. But it definitely got my head bouncing.
Never heard any of their songs other than Killing in the Name before. Album was pretty good, esp as a first album
I definitely enjoyed it way more than I was expecting. I figured it would get old after a few songs or the songs would be too aggressive, but they are actually quite melodic. And that’s despite Zach yelling all over them (which is thoroughly enjoyed as well). Great vocals and guitar work and some good political commentary to boot. 8/10
Rage Against the Machine truly lice up to their name. These songs are rap metal critiques of society especially the social and racial history of the United States. Unlike other rap metal artists, the vocal delivery isn’t overwrought but simple and concise in order to made the point. I get tinges of Beastie Boys in the vocals as well. Overall I found this to be an enjoyable and effective album.
This doesn’t sound like anything that came out in that time period. Because of this it holds up incredibly well. Song after song of protest, anger and societies apocalypse are coupled with the funkiest bass lines and a guitar screaming so loud you’ll swear it were being stabbed to death.
Riveting, uncompromising music that hits you like a punch to the gut. The band rocks extremely hard, but is also full of funk. I really like the balance they tread between slow burning menace and those throttling bursts of energy. I don't think anyone does that better than RATM. The message continues to resonate, even 30 years after it came out. Fave Songs: Killing in the Name, Bullet in the Head, Know Your Enemy, Settle for Nothing, Freedom
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He has such raw energy. I originally avoided this album for the sole purpose of his voice (I couldn’t stand it) but it grew on me. Its message is generational and it’s flowers are well deserved.
Great guitar by Tom Morello
It’s been 30 years and this album feels more relevant than ever. Hard-edged without being discordant, full of righteous fury.
Yup that's rage against the machine I think I just like the one song everyone else likes about them after that it's kind of like, uh... I don't know if I want to actually listen to these guys anymore
The best songs are just so good. Some half baked shit bogs it down in the middle.
This album was influential, and holds up well.
I have a soft spot for RATM. This album prob their best. Sadly all the messages are still highly relevant. Tom Morello’a guitar work is fantastic with his use of the octave/harmonizer as well as his scratch-like playing, one of the greats. Only tragedy is a lot of the fans of this band just like it cause it’s “hard” and ignore the politics, which is the point. I’m looking at you Paul Ryan.
Definitely the best Rage album, but still one that I find is ideally consumed in smaller batches. It does start to sound slightly samey the more I listen. But overall a lot of fun. 3.5/4
F**K YOU I WON'T DO WHAT YOU TELL ME!
La música esta bárbara. Despues de ver el doc de woodstock 99 me preocupa escuchar esta música y transformarme en un varón blanco enojado sin causa(? . Bue. Las letras no estan vacías pero se me hace cansador la presencia constante de la violencia y la muerte.
My father used to listen to this a lot when I was a kid. Still works for me, but every track sounds like the others so it's a bit too much. That's definitely an album to listen to if you need energy!
Interestingly, not as heavy as I expected! It has 90s hip hop tones which I liked - they're not two genres that I would immediately put together so hearing how well it worked was a pleasant surprise. P.S. I failed to take note of standout tracks, and will do so for the succeeding albums.
So good
They have so many good guitar licks. I’m also so amped on the fuck the system vibes. He doubles vocals and in general he is able to crate dynamics in his rapping which is super cool. Overall I love this album but I don’t know why I won’t give it 5.
Lots of fond memories from high school days
I can’t deny this is one of the most influential albums of the 90s. I forgot how old this one actually is (33 in 2025!) My only dig is this is way too long. Most songs only need to be like 3 minutes. But you have Zack trying to get in everything lyrically and Tom Morello has to do his thing every song.
Raw. Energy. Spoken/Rap lyrics. Evolving songs (chords etc change as song goes on, elaborates), which isn't my favourite. Can be meandering. Has some classics, like Killing in the Name of and some songs I'd like to hear again.
Absolute classic. Always admired artists that so tastefully bring together multiple genres and this is no exception; an exciting splicing of funk, rock and hip hop.
Always a classic. Not a fan of every track but a stellar band from the 90’s.
Killing in the Name one of my goats. This album being 30 years old really makes you realize time is a circle tho
It’s hard to believe this album came out in 1992, 30 years ago! I would have guessed late 90s. Regardless, this album rocks and the shining star is Tom Morello’s guitar with Timmy C’s bass being notable too. These guys’ music makes me want to run through a brick wall. It’s that powerful. Zach de la Rocha’s delivery also gets me amped up. The guy strongly dislikes the establishment. The last two songs trail off a bit, but not enough to totally derail this flaming wrecking ball of rage.
Rock/alternative metal mixed with white rap. The music is interesting and experimental. I was only bored with the first track, it's quite repetitive, but the rest of the album was a pleasant surprise. I don't dig the vocalist. He sounds like prepubescent Fred Durst. The bass tone is killer. I feel if I gave this album a 3/5 someone would make me look like the guy on the album cover.
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I don't think I will ever get tired of this album, although playing it in the car might lead to a few speeding tickets. Tom Morello's innovative guitar effects are the icing on the cake here. 4 stars no doubt. Almost every track is a must-listen.
Classic.
FUCK Prefs: Bombtrack, Killing In The Name, Take The Power Back, Bullet In The Head, Know Your Enemy, Wake Up, Township Rebellion, Freedom Moins pref: Settle For Nothing
Every tone in Rage's arsenal is distinctive, and the self-titled sticks to meat and potatoes from opening to closing riffs. The album's well-aged, sadly. It's a pretty simple record; That's not a bad thing, but does mean that the mentioned riffs aren't as melodically distinctive as they could have been. By far one of the best album covers ever, but I suppose that comes down to a perfect photograph.
Enjoyed more now that I listened more carefully. Still not keen on the vocals, but the music is good. I enjoyed many of the later songs on the album like "wake up".
exactly as name suggests.
I'll never totally understand why I wasn't dialed into this band until much later on. I was 20 when this album came out and totally into the whole post punk and grunge movements. Yet, this band completely escaped me. Maybe I was still too Republican at the time. I can't imagine being more pissed off at life than in 1992.
Although quite samey (chorus = repeat the same line louder and louder until shout reached) this is great. V familiar but much funkier than I remembered. Mad to think it's very clear about their politics 30 years ago and still people don't get it.
I listened to this and now I want to break something.
One of the more influential and political rock albums. Rage makes a very strong and hardcore album. Roche has a great way of vocalizing and making his voice carry into your ears and thoughts. Killing in the Name is one of the best rock tracks ever as well. A phenomenal album. 8.6/10
goes hard as fuck 4.5
Very Very good title album
Excellent album. Funky, hard and political.
i sure appreciate the purpose of every lyric in this album! rage held exactly nothing back in every song—lyrically and musically. i have nothing but respect for tom morello, as a person and a guitarist, and i absolutely love hearing that killer guitar. morello and his guitar absolutely make this album better. that being said, some songs were great! some, however, were grating against my precious ears—which i recognize is the whole point of it, 'cause rage goes against the mainstream. but it resulted in me unfortunately skipping some tracks. the whole album does deserve to have a listen. rage's anger came through easily. the album inspires more anger, and encourages the continued social justice fight. not to mention, this combination of rap and metal was so unique for its time. at the time of this review, rage is up for nomination for the rock and roll hall of fame for their fifth year. i hope 2022 is their year. fight the man.
Rock guitarrero con fuerza. Canciones que algunas han perdurado en el tiempo. Voz inconfundible
Hmmm...some Rage Against the Machine. I know of them, but maybe by pretty much name only. For the first 20 seconds of the first track, I thought "Oh, this isn't what I was expecting at all. I could really like this...Ah...there it is, that's it..." Rage has a sound similar to other harder rockin' bands of the 90s. I actually have a greater appreciation for their sound now than I did when I was younger, I think. There is nice funkiness to the rock music here. But also, after nearly an hour of being yelled at, I was kind of exhausted.
I've managed to avoid RATM all these years and now I'm not sure why. I think I assumed they'd be too rage-y for me. Turns out we're outraged by the same stuff and I should have listened before. I dig it.
Still stands up as a great album
Ground breakingly different. So Good.
Мне кажется ребятам нужно было остановиться на половине альбома.
to this day
4, pretty fucking good motherfucker. Rap and metal has never mended this well. The cover is so goddamn cool and iconic, that its hard not to put it at 5 just to see it, but the music is just not quite there. Too samey.
In many ways I've never moved past the year 2000 when I heard Wake Up (The Matrix) and Guerrilla Radio (THPS2) for the first time. The rebel unlocked. Drop the steak, eat the rich. // Some of those that hold office, are the same that burn crosses //
Probably a 4.5, a few tracks don't quite hit the mark but it's great nonetheless
The album starts agressively, all in, and is full of energy. Middle of the album (e.g. Settle for nothing) is a bit less energetic
HOT album. I love Rage and first grew into them during the Guitar Hero days. Last year I listened to their discography (or was that two years ago now) and there are some bangers on here. I love Bombtrack and Killing in the Name.
Oh here we go. Love Rage Against the Machine, and I think I've heard this album before but it's nice to hear it again. They've always got a fantastic level of....yep, you guessed it: rage. Strong political lyrics, especially those on Killing in the Name that are burned in my brain: "some of those that work forces, are the same that burn crosses." Really funny that some people accuse them these days of softening or becoming lefties or whatever. Those people have no concept of "the machine." Anyway, legendary band and fantastic album album, big shout out to Tom Morello on guitar. Favorite tracks: Killing in the Name, Know Your Enemy, Bombtrack, Fistful of Steel, Freedom. Album art: Harrowing picture of the monk who burned himself alive in Saigon. These guys clearly don't possess the peace or calm that he had, but the message gets through just the same. 4.5/5
Politically Poignant Today
Turns out most Rage songs I really like are on this album. High energy, lots of anger, great lyrics.
Tom Morello is the man. The guitar is the best I have heard yet on this project.
4.1 - heavy bass beats and engaging vocals. Great lyrics. The mix of heavy metal and rap creates a sum that is greater their individual parts.
What a banger of an album. The bass lines and lyrics are equally powerful. It's a tragedy the same themes of injustice are still at play 30 years later. Bombtrack, Killing In the Name, Take the Power Back, Know Your Enemy are my top picks.
This albums does not stop
Liked this more than I expected to. It's too long, but I enjoyed it throughout. 3.5/5
Lots of energy - very angry
heavy rap rock. Gotta be in the mood.
Really can feel the rage, what a nice album, maybe a litle bit repetitive
Great when you're in the mood for it.
Bombtrack - Cool start to the album. Gets you in the moods for what I assume is to come. Actually really like this track. Killing in the Name - Classic. Take the Power Back - The bass at the start is the best thing about this song. Bullet in the Head - This had me dancing around the room air guitaring so I must like it. Not too big a fan of Take the Power Back or Settle for Nothing and thought Freedom was a bit of a boring one to end on but overall really solid album - first time I've listened to Rage properly and really enjoyed it, nice angry music to move to. Literally have no idea how people can think 'Rage Against the Machine should keep politics out of their songs'0 when that's all they're about! :')
What a classic
clearly rock with something? Some anarchist ideas and revolutionary tones, lots of throat hurting shouting and repetition. Why not?
Classic
Soundtrack of my youth. Hearing this again as an adult only gives me more appreciation for the sentiments expressed within.
Feels like an angsty trip down a funky memory lane. Solid album.
Home of the excellent and iconic 'Killing in the Name', objectively the best Christmas number 1 of all time. Rage Against the Machine starts out really strong, has a bit of a dip in the middle before it Wakes Up (see what I did there) again towards the end. Overall, though, a great listen.
Man, I wish I'd been switched on to music when this album came out (and not, like, 3 years old) because I reckon I would have felt like I'd just discovered the cold hard heavy truth of the universe, and it would have absolutely fucked me up in the best of ways.
Strong debut. Bombastic and, of course, Killing in the name of.
Great album all the way through, surprised I hadn't heard a few of the tracks before
Banger album, but in typical Gen X fashion and given RATM's career from then on, I wonder to what extent I was being sold an "angry youth" narrative from a group of guys that are all now multimillionaires. Still, it was really a new sound for its time and I confess that I still give it a spin now and then.
This album is a blast and reminds me greatly of my teenager rage. Was surprised how much I liked the handful of songs that didn't become singles from this album.
There’s some wicked tracks here and the lads rock hard. Although the tracks become indistinguishable after a while, it’s fun to dip into once in a while to enjoy the anger and the energy.
Still get aggressive from it (which is a good thing in this case hehe)!
Classic album of my teenage years.
Cool to listen to after playing the songs on guitar hero for years
Seminal hip-hop/rock but a bit samey
fun
Full of absolute bangers. Killing in the name, Bullet in the Head and Wake Up being particular standouts
nzm ko je ove naljutio al dobro ih je naljutio
God I love a good bassline. Settle for Nothing stands out for that reason
Wake Up is good.
Nous goes vroom vroom I really like
I have to be in the right mood for Rage, but when I am they get me fired up. They pack all the righteous indignation, outrage, and anger at the way the world is into really strong songs. I think this album was groundbreaking. 4 stars.
I don't even care about their politics or whatever. This album is straight up 'getting swole' or prepping for an underground fight music. If music makes me want to kick some ass, it gets a good rating. Not a five, though, because the lyrics do get all Edgy College Freshman at times.
Mucha energía, música muy molona, de adolescente me habría vuelto loco.
Stevig, powerfull, gewoonweg 😤😤. Killing in the name of krijgt op de plaat een nieuw leven. Als single wat overrated en grijs gedraaid maar in het geheel komt het volledig tot zijn recht en tilt dit album tot een volgend niveau. DAMN, that "take the power back" base intro! drums op het einde van "bullet in the head" klinken als gunshots. Know your enemy, de gitaarrif, so nice. I need that enter shikari collab. 4.5/5
killing in the name blijft hard. Ik heb ook de demo's beluisterd en zijn ook goed. Ik moet wel zeggen dat het op de duur (2 uur lang) vaak een dezelfde sound krijgt. Heb ook niet echt naar de lyrics geluisterd. Mindset's a threat Township rebellion zijn aanraders
This is a fantastic album with some incredible talent behind it. Highlights are bombtrack, know your enemy and wakeup
Best anti-establishment album ever
Didn’t think I would like it. Turns out it’s pretty awesome. Bits of hip hop mixed with rock and roll.
LOUD NOISES
Didn’t realize how many songs I recognized from it. Quality album
Thought it was try hard at first but this is good shit
Amazing, 8/10. Already listened to some of these songs regularly
Pretty good.
Good
Wea wena
Classic, the only band I can think of that successfully mixes rap and metal. Although I prefer battle of la
A baller of an album, big hit of nostalgia for me as one of the first more edgier albums I listened to. Some misses on here means it doesn't quite make a 5* for me but the hits are so strong its close. 4*
Couple of duffers but mostly a nostalgic banger. Morello is one of the greatest guitarists of his generation
Wonderfully angry. Really good.
i thoroughly enjoyed the whole fuckin thing. I'll go back through it with the lyrics sometime
Still extremely listenable
cool
Oh my god boys let me breathe
I don't really know what Rage is usually categorized as, but the lyrics and message are straight up punk. I think that the album has aged rather well, to the point where if you knew some disenfranchised teen you could say "hey, listen to this" and they'd eat it up. This is also the only Rage album that I can listen to; it's not that there wasn't enough things to sing about, but it seems they focussed all their energy on making sure their first album had exactly what they wanted to say on it, and kinda ran out of a theme or message for the others. Like, this album they wanted to sing about X, Y and Z, and in their other albums it was like "hey we haven't sung about G yet, let's do a song about G." I think the only issue with it now is that it was overplayed, so most of its magic has been lost via familiarity.
First few songs have a really great beat, great melody. Not a metal music fan but this is great. Not a fan of the demo tracks at disc 2, but overall the album is great. Although I am looking for a more diversified melody in the album, it is still alright.
Great 👍🏻
Re-listening for the generator. Great stuff here full of fire, back when raging against the machine was automatically cool and wasn’t seemingly exclusively the province and purview of smug dorks online. 8/10
1st one. it's good, not great
debut album of RATM. They were sort of the first to successfully merge heavy metal and hip hop. The cover photo is of a real monk who self-immolated as a protest.
Nostalgic for me
This brings me back. A full listen and I was surprised at how much of the album I know, never having owned it. College houseparties screaming about 'fuck the norm', but listening now the music phrasing is sick as hell.
tom morello was SHREDDDINGGG i liked this album way more than i thought i would, it's perfect whenever you need a good energy boost and get your angst out.
Very consistent production
Makes Kirstie Rage (not against the machine)
Good tracks. Pulsing rhythm, without being too hardcore. Could be something to put on in the background for workouts
Such an iconic album, though I'm between 4 and 5 stars, only because I can't say that I love every song on here. I would give 4.5 stars if I could.
Not really my style but a lot of fun. Anger, angst, antiestablishment. Started really strong and kind of tailed off.
Really good, may listen to more
Yeah! Rage! Rage hard!
Excellent blend of metal, rap, and hardcore. Not that foreign today but ground-breaking in its time. It's also aged very well and is still as relevant and heavy today. Favorite tracks: "Bombtrack", "Wake Up"
Explosive in the best way. And so groovy. 7.5/10 F.T.: Bomobtrack
3.75/5. It was fine, too intense for me. I think as an album it is good, but I just do not enjoy this type of music, and that affects what I think of an album.
The music and message align and what would normally not work (funky rap rock) sounds vital and exciting. Album maybe tails off a big towards the end.
I feel like I would listen to this when I’m angry It’s not my style of music but it’s objectively good I love how political it is but it’s very screamy All the songs are kind of long
Rage is a good description of their music. Musically very solid and never afraid to address a variety of social injustices.
"Rage Against the Machine" brought to you by Sony Music Entertainment. Ironic. 3/5
pretty rad album. this is TOTALLY something i would have been into in middle school. not gonna lie was kind of waiting for it to end the whole time but that's not cause of the album thats just what it's like listening to new music. but i mean yeah pretty cool. very anti authoritarian.
I loved this album in my teens which dates me
(4/7) like the beastie boys but angrier