Disturbed – Music as a Weapon II (2004)
Album Overview
Released on February 10, 2004, Music as a Weapon II is a live album and DVD by American heavy metal band Disturbed. The release documents performances from the band’s second Music as a Weapon Tour, a major North American metal tour featuring several prominent rock and metal acts.
The album captures Disturbed performing songs primarily from their first two studio albums, The Sickness (2000) and Believe (2002). Known for their explosive stage presence and intense crowd interaction, the band used this release to showcase their reputation as a powerful live act.
The tour itself featured performances from bands such as Korn, Chevelle, and Taproot, helping make the event one of the most notable metal tours of the early 2000s.
Background
The Music as a Weapon tours were created by Disturbed as a way to bring together heavy bands and introduce fans to new artists. The second edition of the tour expanded the concept with larger venues, stronger lineups, and a massive audience across the United States.
Frontman David Draiman described the tour as an opportunity to build a community among metal fans while supporting rising bands in the scene.
The live album and DVD from the tour helped preserve the high-energy atmosphere of those performances and provided fans with a behind-the-scenes look at the band on the road.
Tracklist (Live Performances)
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Prayer
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Liberate
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Awaken
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Stupify
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The Game
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Remember
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Voices
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Intoxication
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Fear
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Droppin’ Plates
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Down with the Sickness
Notable Performances
Down with the Sickness
One of the band’s most recognizable songs and a highlight of their live shows. The crowd interaction during this track often became one of the most memorable moments of the concert.
Prayer
A powerful live performance that showcases the emotional intensity of the band’s second album.
Stupify
A fan-favorite track from The Sickness, featuring heavy guitar riffs and one of Disturbed’s most recognizable grooves.
The Music as a Weapon Tour
The Music as a Weapon Tour became one of the most successful touring concepts in modern metal. By combining major bands with emerging acts, Disturbed helped introduce fans to new music while maintaining a strong lineup of established performers.
The 2003–2004 edition of the tour expanded its popularity and solidified Disturbed’s reputation as a leading force in the metal scene.
Fun Facts
• The Music as a Weapon Tour was named after the band’s belief that music can be a powerful tool for expression and change.
• The live release includes backstage footage, interviews, and tour highlights.
• Disturbed later continued the tour series with additional editions in later years.
Trivia
• The tour helped promote the continued success of Believe.
• Disturbed became known for their high-energy live performances, often featuring intense crowd participation.
• The band’s mascot The Guy frequently appeared in stage visuals and promotional artwork.
Did You Know?
• Disturbed launched the Music as a Weapon Tour to support heavy music during a time when nu metal dominated mainstream rock radio.
• The live release helped introduce many fans to the band’s raw concert sound, which differed from the polished studio recordings.
• The tour series eventually became a recurring event in the band’s career.
