The Collection

Rage Against the Machine

The Collection

RELEASED: May 25, 2010
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Bombtrack 4:05 2. Killing in the Name 5:14 3. Take the Power Back 5:37 4. Settle for Nothing 4:48 5. Bullet in the Head 5:10 6. Know Your Enemy 4:56 7. Wake Up 6:04 8. Fistful of Steel 5:31 9. Township Rebellion 5:24 10. Freedom 6:09
Historical Archive
The Collection is a compilation album by Rage Against the Machine, featuring a selection of tracks that showcase the band's fusion of rap and rock, along with their politically charged lyrics. Released in 2000, it encapsulates the essence of the band's revolutionary sound, blending elements of punk rock, funk, and hip-hop. The band is known for their powerful messages regarding social justice, anti-establishment sentiments, and their distinctive use of guitar effects, particularly the 'scratching' technique that mimics DJing. The album serves as a retrospective of their influential work in the 1990s, highlighting their impact on the music landscape and their role in the rise of nu-metal and rap-rock genres.