Motorhead - Killed By Death (REACTION!)

[@samhancock3683]

Gotta do "Overkill" guys. Just a relentless blast of rock n roll.

[@csircy]

Amen brother. Preach the Overkill! Philthy Animal on drums!

[@anthonygray2818]

New Machine

[@anthonygray2818]

Oops, thought you were talking about Overkill the band.

[@nik2957]

Then they should listen to orgasmatron!

[@zevongrie1402]

@@anthonygray2818 the band or the song, either one is a win! Cheers!

[@brendlowert5772]

"If you squeeze my lizard I'll put my snake on you I'm a romantic adventure And I'm a reptile too" Lemmy was a true poet.

[@LeeRatbag]

Just a note about the release of this song.... in 1984 Bronze Records decided they were going to put out a Motorhead retrospective (the band's classic lineup had splintered and the label had little confidence that the new lineup would regain their lost momentum), and when Lemmy got wind of this idea he insisted on (a) selecting all the tracks and (b) recording four new songs - "Killed by Death", "Snaggletooth", "Steal Your Face" and "Locomotive" - with the new lineup for inclusion on the album to demonstrate that Motorhead were not finished. "Killed By Death" was the single released to promote the compilation. They left Bronze after that, but kept going for another 31 years.

[@TheAskald]

This song is just epic. Maybe one of the most simple songs I'm aware of but it's self sufficient, it doesn't need more. Just 1 chord progression going on and on. We'll all be killed by death, there's something simple, badass and universal in that song. Epic.

[@DAVEBROWNE2004]

I wish these jive turkeys could understand that.

[@MetallIstKrieg]

Essential Motörhead songs are “Iron Fist”, “Overkill”, and “Orgasmatron”.

[@gerardglass3717]

in the name of tragedy

[@geirholte1222]

Most of their songs are essentials, imo. Timeless band.

[@patricknorton4475]

I think you guys would love “Shine” by Motörhead. It has a real groove to it which I know you guys love and is unique in that they hired Brian Robertson of Thin Lizzy for this album only which gives them a different sound. Also, you’d dig the lyrics.

[@jonathanhenderson9422]

Funny thing about Motorhead is that they came around when metal and punk were exploding and people were debating whether they were punk or metal. Lemmy always insisted they were just a rock and roll band, and there's some truth to that. Motorhead is basically rock and roll with the energy/rawness of punk and the distortion/speed of metal. It's why they were probably the band that inspired Metallica the most. They were also the singular influence on the entire black metal genre.

[@ruri666]

Motorhead + Diamond Head = MetallicA

[@falafel1980]

“Singular influence on black metal” id say that’s untrue. Venom, Mercyful Fate, Sodom, Bathory, etc are all contributed to the proto-black metal genre as well

[@UKEYsPOWER]

@@falafel1980 Yeah, Celtic Frost

[@anthonytice3028]

I saw Motörhead on their first U.S. tour opening for Ozzy. Lemmy ended his show with “ We’re Motörhead, we play rock and roll”

[@jonathanhenderson9422]

@@falafel1980 Motorhead predated all of those bands by a good several years. Venom, the band that basically coined the term black metal and influenced Bathory, were basically a Motorhead-wannabe band. Sodom and Bathory came much later, and the only similarity between Mercyful Fate and black metal is King Diamond's makeup (their music is classic metal ala Priest and Maiden).

[@jacobprice8048]

My favorites are "The Chase is Better Than Catch" and "Orgasmatron". You can't go wrong with Motörhead though

[@NoelBenavente]

Orgasmatron and War Pigs are the two greatest metal songs in my opinion 🤘🏼

[@AB-gb1om]

Love the storytelling & imagery of "Shoot you in the back"

[@jamesjohnston1935]

Im also a fan of Whorehouse Blues and Eat the Rich.

[@Ted_Nu_Djent]

Excellent selections. The Chase... grooves so hard and Orgasmatron is lyrically one of the greatest songs ever. Production let's it down a bit though. Maybe they could react to the Sepultura cover.

[@portugahbk]

I love 'Brotherhood of Man', it kind of has the same vibe as Orgasmatron

[@jangoliocloney3441]

Oh, you gotta hit Motorhead's "I Don't Believe A Word", one of the most powerful things they've ever written, and that's saying a lot. Good dynamics, too, especially for the newbies who assume that everything of theirs sounds like "Ace Of Spades".

[@ferox965]

GREAT deep track.

[@t.j.sigler3541]

I agree with other commenters that y’all should do Overkill, and I’ll also suggest Rock ‘N’ Roll.

[@dumuell]

Great reaction guys. You two are my favorite reactors to watch. I may not love the song selections that you guys choose but I appreciate your ability to articulate what grabs you and what doesn't. Your honesty is appreciated. Thank you for your contribution to KZbin. WHEN YOU GETTING BACK TO Jane's Addiction? Also, a nice change of pace would be Talking Heads' "House in Motion" or Gang of Four's "To Hell with Poverty" Add a little funk to the rock yall be checking out. Both are hugely influential groups. Hope you get to it. PEACE

[@MrBlacksabbath68]

Motorhead, specifically Lemmy, deserve the utmost respect. Just a cut above the rest, please do more!

[@davidgoodman6924]

Motorhead's "Love me like a reptile" is good, but Overkill is great!

[@mexgffg]

"Love me like a reptile" rocks and makes me laugh at the same time

[@hardanheavy]

Oh HELL YES! Overkill has to be the next one.

[@markovisic7244]

Iron Fist and Love Me Like A Reptile! Kick ass groove dude! 👍👍👍

[@davedmk]

Motörhead bridged the gaps between Rock, Punk and Metal.

[@frank9995]

RIP to the entire “Ace of Spades” lineup of Motörhead. All three of those dudes are dead.

[@mutate34]

WHO KILLED THEM??

[@AvioftheSand]

The classic Motorhead lineup. RIP

[@frank9995]

@@mutate34 Lemmy - prostate cancer. Philthy Animal - liver failure. Fast Eddie - pneumonia.

[@ericacord5965]

@@mutate34 time and lifestyle.

[@ryandlion6961]

DEATH!!!

[@Mikester88]

Overkill is such a classic. Best drums in any song period.

[@TonyTheBassPlayer1]

When I first watched you guys as you were just starting down the Metal rabbit hole I warned you. This stuff gets in your blood. You have arrived at the final stages of true Metalheadness! When you are breaking down all the cool things you like about Motorhead songs.....yep you have arrived gentlemen. Welcome to the big dysfunctional family.

[@hellmutt1969]

It was once said that if Mötorhead moved in, next door, your lawn would die! Love that shit!

[@craven1927]

"Born To Raise Hell" is a classic. There's a remix version that appeared on the soundtrack to the movie Airheads starring Brendan Fraser, Adam Sandler and Steve Buscemi

[@DuendeBoss]

Stone Dead Forever is one of my favourites, the three amigos lineup (Animal Taylor, Lemmy and Eddie Clarke) was the best for me in all Motorhead glorious years. Eddie really add the blues to their music.

[@stephanemarley4102]

Some great Motorhead songs include Overkill, Bomber, Damage Case, I'm So Bad (Baby I Don't Care) and We Are The Roadcrew. But you really can't go wrong with Motorhead! Fun fact about Lemmy, he was Jimi Hendrix roadie!

[@pisokl4g167]

Lemmy + Bass Guitar + Murder One = Heavy Heavy Metal

[@Claes_Isacson]

One of my Motörhead favs is “Bomber”. Preferably from the “No sleep ‘til Hammersmith” Live Album. Seen them many times. They are missed. R.I.P. Lem. ♠️

[@deathrider1974]

i love bomber and burner

[@ianmcevoy7106]

Bomber was seriously good live. Girlschool did a great cover too.

[@Claes_Isacson]

@@ianmcevoy7106 Indeed! The Girlschool cover is great. 👍

[@matthewwhite4761]

I bought that compilation back in '84. Motorhead was such a brilliant band...check out "Overkill", "Iron Fist", or "Eat the Rich". Hope you guys have a great New Year! Peace out from Detroit.

[@shawnfuton6746]

Motorhead, with the time of their formation and their sound, were a band liked by both punks and metalhead. How loved was Lemmy? There's a video on KZbin of Lemmy, not long before his death, onstage saying he was about to collapse and couldn't continue the show. Not one boo from the crowd, just people yelling out for him to feel better and they loved him. People knew Lemmy was the real deal and would perform no matter what, so for this to happen, he had to be feeling pretty bad. RIP Lemmy.

[@johnrein629]

Motörhead rules Lemmy was a true rock legend who influenced so many bands RIP. I was fortunate to see them live many times.

[@choppingpenguin]

No Remorse was my very first Motorhead album, and boy did it leave an impression! Please check out Iron Fist!

[@Chopsltd]

Lemmy never gave up even when he knew he was dying from his failing health, he put an album and toured within months of the day he died. He was 100% himself all the time. He rejected chances at big money and fame because it involved changing himself and the band and that wasn't the type of guy he was. You guys need to check out the video of Dave Grohl (nirvana/foo fighters) speaking at Lemmy's funeral.

[@mikemckenna4993]

Thanks, guys. Still loving this channel and your work after all these years!

[@chadwynn5051]

Give "I'm So Bad, Baby I Don't Care" a spin. Just Lemmy singing about his life.

[@joenobody5631]

It's impossible to listen to this song and not smile. It's just fun.

[@frank9995]

I MAKE LOVE TO MOUNTAIN LIONS SLEEP ON RED-HOT BRANDING IRONS

[@caseybutt5553]

WHEN I WALK THE RUNWAY SHAKES.

[@m.ericwatson968]

"Everything Louder Than Everything else" -Lemmy owned his own self, his sound, his vision, if it sounded like shit, so be it, that's why punks and metal heads and rockers all loved them equally; raw and genuine

[@anthonytice3028]

“Everything louder than everything else” Ian Gillan Made in Japan

[@zdenkonouzovsky6947]

Yes

[@jjamese7011]

You guys have to react to Overkill! One of their best. Wouldn't mind a reaction to 1916 as well, quite a sombre track, but a great one!

[@mandolore_the_glorious7049]

Some of my growing favorites us " I'm So Bad ( Baby i don't care ) " " Going to Brazil " " Angel City " " One Short Life " " Buried Alive " " Over your Shoulder " " Don't waste your Time " " Over the Top " Honestly I could keep going but these wre good jam

[@deathrider1974]

Lemmy just had a birthday Rest in peace Lem

[@luizde-rossi643]

Excellent choice, guys! One of their best songs, among some onthers. "Sacrifice" is my suggestion. Keep it up!

[@devildart]

This song was also on a live album and its a great version. Motorhead was a great live band. Loud as hell too. And get back to Clutch already. How much do we have to pay you guys to do the whole Blast Tyrant album. At least do the song Subtle Hustle. Its got serious groove.

[@jb7250]

This is a good song. I enjoyed listening to it. I never got into Motorhead, but I need to revisit them pretty deeply.

[@mfmf100]

Favorite band growing up so glad to see you liking them. Dozens of great songs, almost can’t go wrong, if you want classic harder stuff all the below suggestions are great, also Locomotive, Motörhead (might be fun to compare to the Hawkwind version) and Sacrifice. They also had some great ballads/slower songs; check out I Don’t Believe a Word, Lost in the Ozone, 1916.

[@ravemachin]

Next Motorhead song? Funny Farm.....Overkill....Locomotive...Another Perfect Day...We Are The Road Crew....Dancing On Your Grave....Snaggletooth....Dr-Rock

[@vinceblasco]

As someone who loves boxing, basketball, and metal: I love y’all’s analogies. Also, you should really check out Ayreon. You’re missing out on some of the best music ever.

[@waltstilwell4933]

I saw this tour for Motörhead at the variety theater in Cleveland, it was so loud it was painful, parts of the ceiling started falling and they had to end their set a little early.

[@Reevesy791]

Good reaction fellas, I enjoyed it. In the spirit of getting back to bands. You need to get back to Lamb of God (Now You've Got Something to Die For, 11th Hour, Descending, Walk With Me In Hell) so many bangers from LoG. And Clutch too ('Quick Death in Texas' would be great).

[@timmelton8501]

Amazing choice! Always loved this tune! One from the era when Motorhead had two guitarists!

[@kevinschenk2]

Yup Overkill is a MUST

[@Slayertack88]

Overkill is my favorite album they put out, every song on there is fire. Check out Overkill, Limb from Limb, Pay your Price, Tear ya Down, Metropolis!

[@Nekrovelho]

"Killed By Death" is one of my faves, great pick for a second Motörhead experience. Everyone will be putting the usual, expected suggestions out so I'll offer a few more left-field options that may broaden your image of Lemmy & his crew: "Don't Let Daddy Kiss Me" and "Lost in the Ozone" from Bastards, "Joy of Labour" from Snake Bite Love or "I Ain't No Nice Guy" from March ör Die.

[@daveneely8692]

Overkill, and or Voices in the Sky are a couple I think you'd enjoy.

[@esqdan007]

So glad you reacted to this song. It's an absolute timeless hit. Bravo!

[@thomasharris4942]

This song is 💯 in keeping with the Lemmy ethic: born to lose but live to win.

[@justinbennett8057]

Overkill is the jam

[@nigelreed6819]

Bomber by Motorhead is a must

[@jspencer3088]

Motörhead guitarist “Fast” Eddie Clark formed a band with the bassist of UFO. The band is called Fastway. Same Motörhead aesthetic, a bit more blues influenced. You’ll probably dig them.

[@anthonytice3028]

Say what you will! And you will!

[@jesterdk]

Killed By Death is a little simple for a lot of it, but in the right ways, I think. It rocks. Motorhead has a lot of great classics worth a listen, but I'd also like to recommend a song called "Thunder And Lightning" that they did on the final album before Lemmy's death. If you wanna hear how awesome they were in the final stretch, that one's a great example. Keep up the awesome vids!

[@jackspringheel9963]

I think Killed by Death could easily be rearranged and played slowly on a church organ, snuck into the end of a church service.

[@stoneoutdooradventures2286]

I remember sticking on the jukebox eat the rich by Motorhead in the metal bar we use to hang out in...miss those days.

[@shawnfuton6746]

Stand. That's the song, from their March Or Die album. I love Motorhead and so many songs could be suggested and be killer, but Stand has always been a heavy, and a positive, song. Probably my favorite, I've loved it since it's release!

[@DetroitSteeel]

Underrated song and album!

[@lordsnoot]

Orgasmatron is great. It all started in 1979 for me when I saw them on the Bomber tour. Deaf for 3 days after, but sheer love for Motorhead after that. Also, Bomber & No Class,

[@Murdo2112]

"No Remorse" was a transition from the old, "classic" Motorhead, to the new, 4-piece Motorhead, after Eddie Clarke left. So it served a double purpose, in picking out highlights from the band's career so far, and also introducing the new line up. So, although it was a compilation album, it also contained four new songs, of which this was one. That's why it may seem odd, being on a compilation album but nowhere else.

[@canadianhienz57]

Was fortunate enough to see them in a bar, The Garage, in Raastad, W. Germany in 1989. Nothing short of brilliant.

[@janicepriest6578]

Overkill is my favorite. Also Whorehouse Blues. They did some covers that I enjoyed over the original. Sympathy for the Devil is 🔥.

[@AB-gb1om]

Heroes by Bowie too

[@janicepriest6578]

@@AB-gb1om YES! And Jumping Jack Flash and Enter Sandman are others that I prefer the cover by Motörhead.

[@arto2533]

the cover of Metallica's 'Whiplash' is just insane.

[@janicepriest6578]

@@arto2533The drums 🙌🏻

[@arto2533]

@@janicepriest6578 hearing Lemmy's bass kickstart that fast riff always makes me tear up a bit. God I miss the dude!

[@jeffpopham5694]

He was called 'Lemmy' Because he was always broke, So he would say 'Lend me some money' So 'Lemmy' just became his 'Nickname' 😆

[@KevinHwoarang]

Yo Happy New Years guys. Lemmy will be waiting in Metal Valhalla on the throne of Spades for all the metal musicians and metalheads! Yes this reminds all of you of Brütal Legend.

[@tubelious]

Motörhead: The one to sing the blues. Beautiful.

[@stepitupandgo67]

Merry Motorhead christmas to you guys!! we love ya

[@jarrodthomas5878]

It's a right of passage, listening to this song Cranking while slamming the beers. Great video enjoy the Motorhead to come.

[@KevinHwoarang]

There's a phenomenal mix on Bill McClintock's channel where he mixed this song with Exodus by Bob Marley. For ALL the music lovers reading this go check that out. It's really a song you didn't know you needed.

[@dgoodmiami21]

Overkill, followed by Bomber. Two absolutely classic Motörhead tracks. Can’t go wrong with either.

[@madmark1957]

If you liked the guitar work in that you might like Rainbow - Hunting Humans (Insatiable). The start of it is just rhythm and vocals but then the guitar cuts in and transforms the whole thing. Some of the most powerful guitar you will ever hear. Richie Blackmore is the guitarist and he is a genuine virtuoso.

[@rjamesyork]

Overkill, Limb from Limb, We are the RoadCrew and The Chase is Better than the Catch

[@sivertSt02]

In the name of tragedy is probably one of their heaviest songs and its lit AF

[@DannyGadish]

BUILT FOR SPEED, or anything off of their Orgasmatron album. Riding With The Driver, Doctor Rock, etc

[@TheDoomspeaker]

Pretty sure the first place I heard this was on Airheads, which Lemmy also made a cameo in.

[@Gabe40845]

Motorhead - Overkill

[@9is6]

Now that you’ve gotten through “Ace of Spades” and “Killed By Death” it might make the most sense for an “Overkill” reaction next.

[@MissingMars]

You mentioned the guitar but know this -Lemmy's bass sound was that of a fat distorted rhythm guitar. Listen now with fresh ears! Luv the channel guys!

[@patrickmcgrath4837]

Hey guys please get back to the band THIN LIZZY they were very influential to the thrash/ metal / rock scene , their sound had twin guitar harmonies which many metal bands would later use ,most metal bands have covered a thin Lizzy song , please react to the song ,jailbreak or cold sweat or cowboy song... great channel guys!

[@torsteinholen14]

Hero and the madman

[@Nobody73000]

Check out Airbourne. A really good rock band that pretty much sounds like Ac/Dc's successors. A good suggestion would be Running Wild, and the music video for that song actually has Lemmy in it.

[@zdoggzero6595]

Running wild, too much too young too fast, or back in the game for starters. They’re one of the few bands who try the whole “modern classic rock” thing and pull it off in glorious fashion imo

[@ExUSSailor]

Motorhead were pure Rock 'N' Roll, with the speed & power of a runaway freight train! Rest in Power to Fast Eddie, Philthy Animal, and, the almighty God of Rock, Lemmy.

[@pacalvotan777]

To know how Lemmy was, you may watch his funeral and what the people there said about him.. You'll find it on KZbin i guess.. Great songs from Motörhead are Metropolis, We are the Roadcrew, Orgasmatron, Overkill... they are countless.. And if you want an extra special song from him check out 1916... Those lyrics.. man you will cry your heart out.. Greetings from Bavaria 😊🖖✨

[@spencer8503]

Alright L.I.V. I've never made a comment on a KZbin video ever if that counts for anything. Been watching ya's since hallowed be thy name reaction. Motorhead - Just 'cos ya got the power (the live version they did it's got over a million views you'll find it) The writing is brilliant. Don't let me down and it won't let you down, guaranteed.

[@retrorambles517]

Lemmy always called motörhead a rock n roll band Their stuff up to around the iron fist album mixes together rock and punk with elements of metal and early thrash From the 90s onwards the majority of their stuff is more metal A very 1 dimensional band , straight up no messing in your face rock music They have some good stuff but their sound varies from the mid 80s onwards You may be better off listening to some different eras of the band

[@michaelmcdermott209]

Lemme was not only a great musician but he seemed like one of the coolest and most intelligent people in Metal. He was also best friends with Ozzy. We all have our faults. Lol

[@MayheM_72]

Lemmy used to start his shows sayi g "We are Motorhead, and we play rock and roll!" He considered them a rock band. Have you heard of the Dave Grohl project called "Probot"? He wrote a series of metal songs and invited some of his favorites to perform on the album with him. He did one with Lemmy called "Shake Your Blood". Good stuff!

[@Desmo904]

I know I keep harping on about this one track, but you HAVE to do "Overkill" by Motorhead. "Philthy" Phil Taylor's double bass drum started a whole genre of Killer drum beats for metal. (Also, my favourite Motorhead track ever)

[@ianstotts8853]

Overkill is a staple. Furious and unrelenting The heaviest is probably “orgasmatron” it’s got a crushing uncompromising rhythm and the lyrics themselves without the song are just nuts “Obsequious and arrogant, clandestine and vain Two thousand years of misery, of torture in my name”

[@scope2lo]

If you're looking for another Motorhead track with a killer ending solo, I'd suggest "One Track Mind." One of my all-time favorites from them.

[@pathatfield2543]

More Motörhead suggestions:Locomotive,Back at the Funny Farm,Jailbait,You Better Run,Going to Brazil.There are plenty of other great ones,but you can start with these.

[@shanephillips8735]

Check out Overkill, one of my favourite Motorhead songs 🤙

[@michaelgonzales92mg]

Motorhead had a song called "You better Run" which they re recorded as "You Better Swim" for the first SpongeBob movie

[@yorkshirepauper]

Lemmy was the Rock 'N' Roll Overlord! I love him & Motörhead and miss him dearly, his music genuinely saved my life! R.I.P. Ian Lemmy Kilmister, Philthy Animal Taylor & Fast Eddie Clarke! ♠️☠️👊🏼🙏🏼💓 Please react to: Overkill, I Don't Believe A word, Rock 'N' Roll, Born To Raise Hell, Whorehouse Blues, God Was Never In Your Side, Tear Ya Down, Too Good To Be True, Just 'Cause You Got The Power, I Won't Pay Your Price, Damage Case, Too Late Too Late, Listen To Your Heart, Ain't No Nice Guy, All For You, Don't Waste Your Time, Out Of The Sun, Dead And Gone, One More Fucking Time...

[@GWAILIN]

Still have my tour shirt from this one. Damn, we miss Lemmy. Please show Judas Priest some more love - i.e. Burnin' Up. Nothing like Priest you've reacted to previously. It is playlist allll day long! Happy New Year and all that stuff!

[@manna6618]

If you could, check their song 'Bomber'...Lemmy wrote it about his memories of the Nazi air bombings in his country during WW2 and the retaliatory air bombings by the British airforce on Germany...plus the riffs are straight bangers. And cheers for more Motorhead, Lemmy is God! :)

[@TheMichaelseymour]

thats how a snare drum should sound ....not all fat and taking up space in a mix ! Very natural - love it !

[@ronhouseofbain487]

"If you squeeze my lizard, I'll put my snake on you"...... The greatest opening lyric ever!

[@allmetalrules666]

Lemmy could sit and talk to anyone about anything as long as he had his cigarettes and his Jack and Coke... The only thing that would interrupt would be going on stage to rock out... True rock legend...

[@franv342]

GOTTA DO OVERKILL!!!!!!!

[@SolidSnakeVMB007]

Such a good song. Pleased to see you guys liked it.

[@chigorrio76]

I would suggest to do Bite the Bullet along with The Chase is Better than the Catch. The transition between one song to the other is absolutely badass!

[@rickdeckard2240]

It would be interesting to do a Mickey Dee era (the drummer from 1992 till the end) song. "I Am the Sword", "Sacrifice", "God Was Never on Your Side" would be my first picks.

[@ForrestAguirre]

Easily my favorite Mötorhead song. Saw them live back in 1987 and they were absolutely incredible.

[@MrKris3333]

Best was to watch this song live with this four piece line up. You get to see Wurzel and Phil play off of each other. Pure gold!

[@MrKris3333]

Also Sympathy for the Devil is a suggestion. This is a cover obviously of the Rolling Stones but it’s probably one of the most highly underrated covers in my view. Deserves a listen