Description
Originally released in 2000, Renegades is Rage Against the Machine’s final studio album — a fierce, swaggering collection of cover songs reimagined through the band’s unmistakable fusion of militant groove, hip‑hop cadence, and razor‑edged alternative metal.
From the explosive reinterpretation of MC5’s “Kick Out the Jams” to the haunting, slow‑burn take on Springsteen’s “The Ghost of Tom Joad”, the album is a tribute to the artists who shaped RATM’s DNA.
This 180g European reissue (Epic / Legacy / Sony Music) delivers punchy low‑end, crisp detail, and the full weight of Rick Rubin’s production.
Why this is in the Crimson Vinyl Collection
Renegades is essential for collectors because it captures Rage at their most self‑aware — paying homage to the musical revolutionaries who inspired their own.
For Crimson Vinyl, it earns its place because:
• It’s the band’s final studio release before their long hiatus
• The 180g pressing is widely praised for its clarity and dynamic range
• The tracklist is a masterclass in genre‑spanning influence: punk, hip‑hop, funk, classic rock
• It’s a perfect companion to the self‑titled debut and Evil Empire for anyone building a complete RATM shelf
This is Rage at full power, reinterpreting the past to ignite the present.
Track Listing
Side A
1. Microphone Fiend
2. Pistol Grip Pump
3. Kick Out the Jams
4. Renegades of Funk
5. Beautiful World
6. I’m Housin’
Side B
7. In My Eyes
8. How I Could Just Kill a Man
9. The Ghost of Tom Joad
10. Down on the Street
11. Street Fighting Man
12. Maggie’s Farm
