Oct 12, 2025

RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE - THE BATTLE OF LOS ANGELES (1999 Epic)

 




1999 Epic, First Pressing

Clarity: 4
Dynamics: 4
Tonality/Balance: 4
Soundstage/Image: 4
Pressing: 3.5

Power. Crashes from your speakers and gets better as you turn the volume control upwards! I have the MOV repress and a 2019 reissue and they both suck all the energy from the mix. My original CD was my “go to” version…until now! Solid EQ and strong low end but vocals rise above due to vibrant midrange. Loud and aggressive with nice balance, which was lacking in the aforementioned pressings. Get this one!

Final Grade: 3.9