After all, it may be the band's last. Cutline Fans of lead singer Zack de la Rocha despaired after his announcement on October 18 that he was leaving the band. Now that the fourth and possibly final CD from Rage has been released, fans are wiping away their tears and flocking to the stores. Not to offend Miss Mandy and the BSB, but music has more meaning when it demands action, especially for causes such as Amnesty International and Women Alive. This is one of the most unique CDs I have had the privilege of listening to.
Every song is a cover of a classic hip-hop, rock or punk song.
Band members de la Rocha, Tom Morello, Tim Commerford and Brad Wilk picked the songs to pay homage to other renegades in their respective musical genres and to acknowledge great musicians who have inspired them. Most of the songs are great as interpreted by Rage's distinctive blend of rock, hip-hop, alternative, metal and rap. Instead of the fast-paced guitars and frenzied lyrics, Rage slows it down for a gentle, mellow tune. But it still delivers its famous guitar rhythms and rap-rock beats. Other songs on the CD are from classic artists such as Bruce Springsteen and The Rolling Stones.