Year of the Dragon
Machine Head · 2000
22 min · 5 tracks · thrash metal · alternative metal · groove metal
A raw and energetic blend of live performance intensity with the band’s signature groove metal sound.
Year of the Dragon is a single by Machine Head, released in 2000. A raw and energetic blend of live performance intensity with the band’s signature groove metal sound. 'Year of the Dragon' is significant for its immediate fan engagement through live recordings and demo tracks, highlighting Machine Head's ability to connect with their audience. The EP's release helped maintain the band's presence in the heavy metal scene during a period of industry shifts, and it garnered attention for showcasing their rawer, unpolished side that fans appreciated. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Year of the Dragon sound like?
A raw and energetic blend of live performance intensity with the band’s signature groove metal sound. Rooted in thrash metal and alternative metal.
What makes Year of the Dragon by Machine Head notable?
'Year of the Dragon' is significant for its immediate fan engagement through live recordings and demo tracks, highlighting Machine Head's ability to connect with their audience. The EP's release helped maintain the band's presence in the heavy metal scene during a period of industry shifts, and it garnered attention for showcasing their rawer, unpolished side that fans appreciated. In 2000, Machine Head released 'Year of the Dragon' as a transitional EP following their critically acclaimed album 'The Burning Red' (1999). This release showcased their continued evolution in sound while also serving as a bridge between studio albums during a tumultuous time in the band's history marked by lineup changes. The EP captures their live energy and offers fans a glimpse into the band's ongoing development.
How many songs are on Year of the Dragon?
Year of the Dragon has 5 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Blood, the Sweat, the Tears Standout 4:07
- 2 Desire to Fire (live) Standout 4:39
- 3 The Blood, the Sweat, the Tears (live) 4:09
- 4 From This Day (live) Standout 4:31
- 5 New Resistance (demo) 4:50
Release Date
January 1, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
22 min 18 sec
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