Renegades
Rage Against the Machine · 2000
67 min · 16 tracks · alternative metal · rap rock · rap metal
A politically charged blend of funk, metal, and rap that confronts social injustices with fierce energy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences politically charged listening sessions
- Context
- Released on December 5, 2000, 'Renegades' was Rage Against the Machine's first album after their breakup in 2000, marking a significant moment in their career. This collection of covers showcased the band's influences while highlighting their ongoing commitment to political activism through music.
- If you like
- alternative metal, rap rock, rap metal
- What next
- The Battle of Los Angeles — Continues the intense energy and political themes found in Renegades.
Renegades is an album by Rage Against the Machine, released in 2000. A politically charged blend of funk, metal, and rap that confronts social injustices with fierce energy. The album reached number 14 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews for its bold reinterpretations of classic tracks. Its critical reception reaffirmed Rage Against the Machine's position as a vital voice in alternative metal, merging genres while addressing pertinent social issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Renegades sound like?
A politically charged blend of funk, metal, and rap that confronts social injustices with fierce energy. Rooted in alternative metal and rap rock. Start with "Microphone Fiend".
Is Renegades a good place to start with Rage Against the Machine?
Yes, Renegades is recommended as a starting point for new Rage Against the Machine listeners. A politically charged blend of funk, metal, and rap that confronts social injustices with fierce energy. Released on December 5, 2000, 'Renegades' was Rage Against the Machine's first album after their breakup in 2000, marking a significant moment in their career. This collection of covers showcased the band's influences while highlighting their ongoing commitment to political activism through music.
Who is Renegades for?
Renegades works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, wave-like pacing experiences and politically charged listening sessions.
How many songs are on Renegades?
Renegades has 16 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Microphone Fiend.
Disc 1
- 1 Microphone Fiend Start here 5:01
- 2 Pistol Grip Pump 3:18
- 3 Kick Out the Jams 3:11
- 4 Renegades of Funk Standout 4:35
- 5 Beautiful World Standout 2:35
- 6 I’m Housin’ 4:56
- 7 In My Eyes 2:54
- 8 How I Could Just Kill a Man Standout 4:04
- 9 The Ghost of Tom Joad 5:38
- 10 Down on the Street 3:39
- 11 Street Fighting Man 4:42
- 12 Maggie’s Farm 6:54
- 13 Kick Out the Jams (live) 4:31
- 14 How I Could Just Kill a Man (live) 4:30
Disc 2
- 1 People of the Sun (live) 2:44
- 2 No Shelter (live) 4:11
Release Date
December 5, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 32 sec
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