Risk
Megadeth · 1999
51 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal
A bold amalgamation of hard rock hooks and heavy metal aggression wrapped in a polished production sheen.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady energy for focused listening bold hooks for active engagement consistent pacing throughout the album
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Risk' marked Megadeth's eighth studio album during a transitional phase for the band. Following the success of their previous album, 'Cryptic Writings', this release represented a departure into a more commercial sound and was accompanied by lineup changes, with guitarist Marty Friedman departing shortly after its release.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal, speed metal
Risk is an album by Megadeth, released in 1999. A bold amalgamation of hard rock hooks and heavy metal aggression wrapped in a polished production sheen. Despite mixed critical reception, 'Risk' debuted at No. 16 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the band's continued commercial presence. Its single 'Crush 'Em' was notably used as a theme for World Wrestling Federation events, further cementing its cultural footprint in the late '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Risk sound like?
A bold amalgamation of hard rock hooks and heavy metal aggression wrapped in a polished production sheen. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Risk by Megadeth notable?
Despite mixed critical reception, 'Risk' debuted at No. 16 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the band's continued commercial presence. Its single 'Crush 'Em' was notably used as a theme for World Wrestling Federation events, further cementing its cultural footprint in the late '90s. Released in 1999, 'Risk' marked Megadeth's eighth studio album during a transitional phase for the band. Following the success of their previous album, 'Cryptic Writings', this release represented a departure into a more commercial sound and was accompanied by lineup changes, with guitarist Marty Friedman departing shortly after its release.
Who is Risk for?
Risk works well if you're into steady energy for focused listening, bold hooks for active engagement and consistent pacing throughout the album.
How many songs are on Risk?
Risk has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Insomnia 4:34
- 2 Prince of Darkness Standout 6:25
- 3 Enter the Arena 0:52
- 4 Crush ’Em Standout 4:57
- 5 Breadline Standout 4:24
- 6 The Doctor Is Calling 5:40
- 7 I'll Be There 4:20
- 8 Wanderlust 5:22
- 9 Ecstasy 4:28
- 10 Seven 5:00
- 11 Time: The Beginning 3:04
- 12 Time: The End 2:28
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
51 min 38 sec
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