Members
Rage Against the Machine is an influential American rap metal band known for their politically charged music.
The band was formed in August 1991, marking the beginning of their revolutionary sound.
Their self-titled debut album, "Rage Against the Machine," was released in 1992 and received critical acclaim.
Biography
Formation
Rage Against the Machine was formed in August 1991 in Los Angeles, California, by guitarist Tom Morello, bassist Tim Commerford, lead vocalist Zack de la Rocha, and drummer Brad Wilk. The band emerged from the remnants of Morello's previous group, Lock Up, and quickly established a unique sound that blended heavy metal, rap, punk rock, and funk, all underpinned by politically charged lyrics. The name "Rage Against the Machine" was inspired by a song de la Rocha had written for his earlier band, Inside Out, and reflects the band's anti-authoritarian ethos.
Breakthrough and Key Releases
The band's self-titled debut album, "Rage Against the Machine," was released in 1992 and set the stage for their explosive rise in the music scene. This was followed by critically acclaimed albums such as "Evil Empire" (1996) and "The Battle of Los Angeles" (1999), which solidified their reputation as pioneers of rap metal. Their music often tackled themes of social injustice and government oppression, resonating with a generation of listeners. Over the years, Rage Against the Machine sold over 16 million records worldwide and received multiple Grammy nominations, winning two.
Legacy and Activism
Rage Against the Machine is not only known for their music but also for their fervent political activism. The band has been vocal about their leftist views, using their platform to advocate for social change. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023, a testament to their lasting impact on the music industry and culture. Despite disbanding in January 2024, their influence continues to inspire new generations of musicians and activists alike.
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Discography
Paintings of Rebellion (live ’95)2021
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Full Of Rage (Live)2021
- 1.Take The Power Back (Live)7:35
- 2.Testify (Live)4:25
- 3.Bombtrack (Live)4:30
- 4.The House Of Rage (Live)6:59
- 5.Killing In The Name (Live)3:07
- 6.Bullet In The Head (Live)4:47
Use The Revolver2021
- 1.Tire Me3:54
- 2.Bullet in the Head6:12
- 3.Know Your Enemy5:31
- 4.Roll Right5:12
- 5.Bombtrack4:31
- 6.Revolver6:09
- 7.Year of the Boomerang4:27
- 8.Killing in the Name6:00
- 9.Freedom6:24
The Temptress (Live)2021
- 1.Take the Power Back (live)7:35
- 2.Testify (live)4:25
- 3.Bombtrack (live)4:30
- 4.The House of Rage (live)6:59
- 5.Killing in the Name (live)3:07
- 6.Bullet in the Head (live)4:47
The Handler Of The Revolver (Live)2021
- 1.Take the Power Back (live)7:35
- 2.Testify (live)4:25
- 3.Bombtrack (live)4:30
- 4.The House of Rage (live)6:59
- 5.Killing in the Name (live)3:07
- 6.Bullet in the Head (live)4:47
Live in LA 19932020
- 1.Take the Power Back7:35
- 2.Testify4:25
- 3.Bombtrack4:30
- 4.The House of Rage6:59
- 5.Killing in the Name3:07
- 6.Bullet in the Head4:47
Warner Theater, Washington, November 18, 1980 (Remastered, Live On Broadcasting)2018
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Democratic National Convention 20002018
- 1.Bulls on Parade
- 2.Testify
- 3.Guerilla Radio
- 4.Sleep Now in the Fire
- 5.Freedom
- 6.Killing in the Name
Irvine Meadows June ’952016
- 1.Tire Me (Remastered) (Live)3:55
- 2.Bullet In The Head (Remastered) (Live)6:09
- 3.Know Your Enemy (Remastered) (Live)5:28
- 4.Roll Right (Remastered) (Live)5:11
- 5.Bombrack (Remastered) (Live)4:32
- 6.Revolver (Remastered) (Live)6:10
- 7.Year Of The Boomerang (Remastered) (Live)4:48
- 8.Killing In The Name (Remastered) (Live)6:00
- 9.Freedom (Remastered) (Live)6:21
Unplugged & Fm2015
- 1.Take the Power Back (Unplugged at the Universal Amphitheater Ca. 12/12/93)7:34
- 2.Testify (Unplugged at the Universal Amphitheater Ca. 12/12/93)4:25
- 3.Bombtrack (Unplugged at the Universal Amphitheater Ca. 12/12/93)4:30
- 4.The House of Rage (Unplugged at the Universal Amphitheater Ca. 12/12/93)6:59
- 5.Killing in the Name (Live on 'The Word' Tv Show 5/2/93)3:07
- 6.Bullet in the Head (Live on the 'Late Show' Tv Studio 26/1/93)4:47
- 7.End of the Tunnel (Unplugged at the Hollywood Palladium 25/7/92)2:55
- 8.Bombtrack (Unplugged at the Hollywood Palladium 25/7/92)4:17
- 9.Take the Power Back (Unplugged at the Hollywood Palladium 25/7/92)5:13
Live at Finsbury Park2012
- 1.Testify
- 2.Bombtrack
- 3.People of the Sun
- 4.Know Your Enemy
- 5.Bulls on Parade
- 6.Township Rebellion
- 7.Bullet in the Head
- 8.White Riot
- 9.Guerilla Radio
- 10.Sleep Now in the Fire
- 11.Freedom
- 12.Killing in the Name
The Collection2010
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Renegades / The Battle of Los Angeles2010
- 1.Microphone Fiend5:02
- 2.Pistol Grip Pump3:18
- 3.Kick Out the Jams3:12
- 4.Renegades of Funk4:35
- 5.Beautiful World2:35
- 6.I’m Housin’4:57
- 7.In My Eyes2:55
- 8.How I Could Just Kill a Man4:05
- 9.The Ghost of Tom Joad5:39
- 10.Down on the Street3:39
- 11.Street Fighting Man4:42
- 12.Maggie’s Farm6:35
- 13.Testify3:30
- 14.Guerrilla Radio3:26
- 15.Calm Like a Bomb4:59
- 16.Mic Check3:34
- 17.Sleep Now in the Fire3:26
- 18.Born of a Broken Man4:41
- 19.Born as Ghosts3:22
- 20.Maria3:48
- 21.Voice of the Voiceless2:32
- 22.New Millennium Homes3:45
- 23.Ashes in the Fall4:37
- 24.War Within a Breath3:37
×2: Rage Against the Machine / Evil Empire2003
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Live At The Wireless2003
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Live at the Grand Olympic Auditorium2003
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Rage Against the Machine / Evil Empire / The Battle of Los Angeles2002
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Guerilla Downloads2001
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The Battle of Mexico City2001
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Renegades2000
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The Battle of Los Angeles1999
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Live & Rare1997
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Rage Against the Machine1997
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Evil Empire1996
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Rage Against the Machine1992
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- Epic Records
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- Revelation Records
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- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: RATM, Rage, Rage Againts the Machine, レイジアゲインストザマシーン, レイジ・アゲインスト・ザ・マシーン
Rage Against the Machine was an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1991. It consisted of vocalist Zack de la Rocha, bassist and backing vocalist Tim Commerford, guitarist Tom Morello, and drummer Brad Wilk. They melded heavy metal, rap, punk rock, and funk with anti-authoritarian, anti-capitalist, and revolutionary lyrics. As of 2010, they had sold over 16 million records worldwide. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.
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