Listen "159 - Motorhead: "Ace of Spades" (1980)"
Episode Synopsis
On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Ace of Spades” by Motorhead, the band's fourth studio album released on November 8, 1980.Selected songs are "Live to Win", "(We Are) The Road Crew", "The Hammer" and "Ace of Spades".If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: [email protected]Twitter:@realmetalkevinBluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.socialInstagram:@realmetalkevinSummaryIn this episode, Bill delves into the iconic album 'Ace of Spades' by Motorhead, exploring its historical context, production, and the unique sound that blends rock and punk influences. He provides a track-by-track analysis, highlighting the band's evolution and the significance of their music in the rock genre. The discussion culminates in an examination of the album's lasting legacy and its impact on fans and the music industry.Chapters00:00 Intro to Music from a Lifetime01:23 Live to Win02:37 The Rise of Motorhead06:23 (We Are) The Road Crew07:31 Discussion of "Ace of Spades" Track by Track14:48 The Hammer16:00 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Ace of Spades"21:38 Ace of Spades22:56 Podcast Notes and Contacts
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