For die-hard Motörheadbangers and Lemmy acolytes, the unearthed "The Manticore Tapes" is more than just another archival release; it's a peek behind the curtain into the very genesis of rock and roll's most iconic power trio. Recorded way back in August 1976 at Emerson, Lake & Palmer's Manticore Studios, this long-lost album showcases the legendary "Three Amigos" – Lemmy Kilmister, "Fast" Eddie Clarke, and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor – in their rawest, most embryonic form. It's a fascinating historical document, a gritty blueprint of the speed metal and hard rock juggernaut they would soon become. But let's be honest, there's a reason these early recordings remained tucked away for nearly five decades.
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This isn't the polished, ear-splitting precision of Ace of Spades or Overkill. This is Motörhead unplugged (figuratively speaking), a collection of unreleased tracks and alternate takes that feel more like an intense rehearsal than a finished product. You'll hear familiar nascent versions of tracks like "Motörhead," "Vibrator," and "Iron Horse / Born to Lose," showcasing the undeniable chemistry already brewing between the lads. Lemmy's bass is as thunderous as ever, "Fast" Eddie's riffs are already searing, and Philthy Animal's drumming is, well, Philthy.
However, the audio quality can be a bit of a mixed bag. Some tracks suffer from what can only be described as a "frustratingly mixed" sound, with vocals occasionally drifting in and out, feeling less like a deliberate artistic choice and more like a happy accident in the studio. It’s raw, yes, but at times almost too raw, lacking the punch and clarity that would define their later, iconic sound. This previously unreleased material provides a unique insight into the band's evolution, demonstrating how these titans were still finding their footing, experimenting with their unique blend of punk aggression and heavy metal swagger.
Ultimately, "The Manticore Tapes" is for the completist, the fan who craves every last drop from the Motörhead well. It's a valuable piece of rock history, offering a rare glimpse into the formative years of a band that changed the game. It's okay, and certainly worth a listen for the historical context, but it clearly wasn't deemed ready for prime time during the band's active years for very obvious reasons. A solid 6/10 – historically significant, but musically a little rough around the edges.
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