Tracklist, Album Covers, Info and Fun Facts
“Evil Empire”, the 2nd studio album by Rage Against The Machine, dropped on April 16, 1996. Building on the incendiary political fury of their debut, this album cemented their status as leaders of socially conscious rock.
Tracklist of “Evil Empire”
1️⃣ People Of The Sun
2️⃣ Bulls On Parade
3️⃣ Vietnow
4️⃣ Revolver
5️⃣ Snakecharmer
6️⃣ Tire Me
7️⃣ Down Rodeo
8️⃣ Without A Face
9️⃣ Wind Below
🔟 Roll Right
1️⃣1️⃣ Year Of Tha Boomerang
Fun Facts & Trivia
🔥 Grammy Recognition
The track “Tire Me” won the 1997 Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance, despite never being released as a single!
🎨 Cover Art
The cover features artwork inspired by Mel Ramos’ “Crime Buster”, symbolizing the band’s critique of American imperialism and capitalist excess.
🎸 Bulls On Parade
The song “Bulls On Parade” features one of Tom Morello’s most famous guitar solos, using his signature killswitch technique and DJ-like effects.
📚 Politically Charged
Album lyrics tackle imperialism, poverty, and media manipulation – reflecting the band’s activist ethos.
💥 Critical Acclaim
The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, a testament to their growing influence and massive fanbase.
Cultural Legacy
“Evil Empire” solidified Rage Against The Machine’s legacy as a fierce voice against injustice. From stadium anthems like “Bulls On Parade” to the intense closer “Year Of Tha Boomerang”, the album captures the raw energy and defiance that still resonates with fans and activists today.
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