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Rage Against the Machine Members of Rage Against the Machine in 1993: (from left to right) Zack de la Rocha, Tim Commerford, Brad Wilk, and Tom Morello.

Rage Against the Machine

American rock band
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Rage Against the Machine, American alternative rock band known for incendiary political lyrics, social activism, and a hard-driving sound that incorporated elements of hip-hop and heavy metal. Rage Against the Machine was formed in Los Angeles in the early 1990s and comprised vocalist Zack de la Rocha, guitarist Tom Morello, bassist Tim Commerford (also known as Tim Bob), and drummer Brad Wilk. Members The group self-released a 12-song cassette in 1992, which led to a...

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