Rock & Roll Machine
Triumph
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Tonight's the night everybody's at the show The girls and boys come to Hear the rocket blow You can't stop when the Rocket's playin' Everybody jump and shout Let's rock and reel it anyway you feel it That's what this is all about Rock and Roll Machine Faster than you ever seen Rock and Roll Machine All those eyes just lookin' at you Ooh baby you're crazy If you try to steal the show Get set, get ready time to watch the Rocket go Rock and Roll Machine plays faster East as ringin' a bell A fireball steamer, heavy metal screamer Playin' licks hotter than hell Rock and Roll Machine Faster than you ever seen Rock and Roll Machine All those eyes just lookin' at you
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Written by: GIL MOORE, MIKE LEVINE, RIK EMMETT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Triumph" is a Canadian hard rock band that was formed in 1975. The band consists of guitarist/keyboardist Gil Moore, lead vocalist/guitarist Rik Emmett, and bassist Mike Levine.
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Album ReleaseThe song "Rock & Roll Machine" was part of the album also named "Rock & Roll Machine." This was the band's second studio album, which was initially released in 1977.
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Song CompositionThe title track, "Rock & Roll Machine," is a suite laid over two parts, having a total duration of over eight minutes. It includes nods to classic rock songs like The Doors' "Light My Fire" and The Who's "Baba O'Riley."
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Hit ListAlthough Triumph never became as big as their compatriots Rush, the song "Rock & Roll Machine" is considered one of their best, showcasing their talent for hard-driving rock. It's considered a classic among their greatest hits.
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Record LabelThe "Rock & Roll Machine" album and the titular song were originally released under the label "Attic" in Canada. However, it was also later released in the United States under the "RCA" label in 1978.
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Live PerformancesThe song "Rock & Roll Machine" is often featured in the band's live performances and appears on the live albums "Stages" (1985) and "Live at Sweden Rock Festival" (2008).
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Cover versionNotably, the song "Rock & Roll Machine" was covered by the influential thrash metal band, Death Angel, in their 1990 album, "Fall from Grace."
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Band DisbandmentDespite its early success, Triumph disbanded in 1993 following some years of decreased popular interest. However, they reunited for the Sweden Rock Festival in 2008.
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Fame RecognitionThe influence of the song "Rock & Roll Machine" contributed, in part, to Triumph's induction into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2008.
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Inspirational Impact"Rock & Roll Machine" and Triumph as a band have played a significant role in influencing a generation of musicians, particularly in the genres of hard rock and heavy metal.
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