Because we’re just wild about repeating features around here, we’re going to start another involving songs we feel are all-star caliber, destined for our own personal Hall of Fame, tracks that are so incredible that they must be stored away to preserve their excellence for years to come. And since this is the inaugural post, we thought we’d start with one that everyone can agree on (of course, if you don’t agree, then chime in on the comments section and tell us why. Supporters of the choice are, of couse, welcome as well to leave their thoughts).
Alright, without further adieu, the first entry into our vault of greatness and preservation is Machine Head’s “Imperium”. This song is a near perfect example of all forms of metal. It’s got elements of thrash, hardcore, it’s got the ever-loved breakdown, and a crescendo that absolutely crushes. I played this song for an emo kid I worked with and he showed up the next day wearing camo shorts, a torn black tank top, and a pierced septum.
If that didn’t give you douche pimples, go to the hospital because you don’t have a pulse. You can find the song on Machine Head’s 2003 release Through the Ashes of Empires. It’s the first track on the album and, unfortunately, it’s the album’s high point. But where do you go after that track?
I’ll tell ya where: to the supermarket.
To get a steak for your eye.
This one gets the vault seal of approval.
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