Mean Machine is the third studio album by German heavy metal band U.D.O., released in 1989. It continues the band's sound established on their previous albums, blending heavy metal riffs with a powerful vocal delivery from former Accept frontman Udo Dirkschneider. Mean Machine features a mix of fast-paced, aggressive tracks and more melodic, anthemic songs.
Track Listing:
- Don't Look Back
- Break the Rules
- We're History
- Burning Heat
- Another Runner
- Night Comes First
- Angel
- Metal Man
- Warchild
- Trainride in Russia (Poezd Po Rossii)
Personnel:
- Udo Dirkschneider - Vocals
- Andy Susemihl - Guitars
- Mathias Dieth - Guitars
- Thomas Smuszynski - Bass
- Stefan Schwarzmann - Drums
Production:
- Mark Dearnley - Producer, Engineer
- Rainer Hänsel - Assistant Engineer
Reception:
Mean Machine generally received positive reviews upon release, with critics praising Udo Dirkschneider's vocal performance and the album's strong songwriting. It is considered a solid entry in U.D.O.'s discography and a continuation of their established sound. The album helped solidify the band's international fanbase.