American alternative rock band Rage Against the Machine is known for incendiary political lyrics, social activism, and a hard-driving sound that incorporated elements of hip-hop and heavy metal. Formed in Los Angeles in the early 1990s, the group addressed such issues as racism, police brutality, and corruption in songs with strongly leftist, anti-authoritarian messages, including “Killing in the Name,” “Bulls on Parade,” and “Freedom.” After several hiatuses and internal disagreements between members, as well as a number of reunion shows, the group disbanded in 2024.
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