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“Crush 'Em“ is a song by American thrash metal band Megadeth and the lead single from their eighth studio album, Risk. Written by Dave Mustaine and Marty Friedman. It first appeared on the soundtrack to Universal Soldier: The Return in July 1999 and debuted as the third most added track on alternative rock stations on July 5. Intended as a hockey anthem, “Crush 'Em“ has become associated with sporting events and was heavily promoted by World Championship Wrestling (WCW). The 2004 remastered edition of Risk includes the bonus track “Crush 'Em“ (Jock Mix). Like many tracks on Risk, “Crush 'Em“ is a prime example of Megadeth's musical experimentation of the 1990s. It begins with an ominous techno beat (removed on the remaster) and disco bass line. This is soon followed by funk guitar riffs in between sets of lyrics. The song eventually culminates into a heavy metal pre-chorus and finally with chants of “Crush! ...Crush 'em!“ As track #4 on Risk, it is precluded by “Enter the Arena,“ which foreshadows the chorus guitar riff and crowd chanting of “Crush 'Em.“ · Music videos remastered in high definition. Be sure to comment, like and subscribe to keep us motivated and for more upcoming classic performances remastered in high definition. Concerts, interviews and more. The best in hard rock and heavy metal music. Check out our official store for band merchandise and pop culture collectibles: Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.
