What makes a great hard rock song? It takes killer guitar riffs, ear-splitting bass, thunderous drums, and a vocal performance that cannot be replicated by a mere mortal. Here are 10 masterful compositions of hard rock and early heavy metal for your ultimate mix tape.
#10. “Painkiller” Judas Priest – Painkiller (1990)
#9. ”Mr. Crowley” Ozzy Osbourne – Blizzard of Ozz (1980)
#8. ”Cowboys From Hell” Pantera – Cowboys From Hell (1990)
#7. ”Ace of Spades” Motorhead – Ace of Spades (1980)
#6. ”Back In Black” AC/DC – Back In Black (1980)
#5. ”Black Dog” Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin IV (1971)
#4. ”Raining Blood” Slayer – Reign In Blood (1986)
#3. ”Master of Puppets” Metallica – Master of Puppets (1986)
#2. ”The Trooper” Iron Maiden – Piece of Mind (1983)
#1. ”Children of the Grave” Black Sabbath – Master of Reality (1971)