The song has remained a permanent fixture in Anthrax's live sets for over 40 years, appearing on numerous live recordings and compilations like Armed and Dangerous . Performance Lineup (Original) The original recording featured the band's early lineup: Neil Turbin: Vocals Scott Ian: Rhythm Guitar Dan Spitz: Lead Guitar Dan Lilker: Bass Charlie Benante: Drums
It bridged the gap between the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and the emerging speed metal scene, cementing Anthrax as one of the "Big Four" of thrash. anthrax_metal_thrashing_mad_hq
The lyrics describe a high-speed car chase or racing, capturing the adrenaline of a "madman at the wheel" pushing a "street machine of steel" to its absolute limit. The song has remained a permanent fixture in