A Poke in the Eye... with a Sharp Stick
Pig · 1988
47 min · 10 tracks · industrial metal
Aggressive industrial soundscapes collide with darkly humorous lyrics, creating a visceral listening experience that challenges and provokes.
Top tracks — play these first
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It Tolls for Thee (Pig Breath) — The opening track sets a defiant tone with its heavy rhythms and biting commentary on societal issues, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic.
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Scumsberg — This track exemplifies Pig's knack for blending humor with aggression, featuring a catchy chorus that contrasts sharply with its caustic lyrics about urban decay.
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Shit for Brains — A standout moment that showcases the band's ability to merge heavy instrumentation with sharp wit, reflecting both personal frustration and broader societal critiques.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty energy for late nights
- sharp edges that provoke thought
- intense engagement with dynamic shifts
- cathartic release of pent-up tension
Maybe skip if you
- seeking smooth, relaxing sounds
- prefer straightforward, instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, A Poke in the Eye... with a Sharp Stick is Pig's debut album, marking their entry into the electro-industrial scene. At this point, the band was exploring themes of satire and social commentary through a fusion of industrial rock and metal influences, setting the stage for their future work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· KMFDM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Tolls for Thee (Pig Breath) 4:25
- 2 Scumsberg 4:02
- 3 One for the Neck 3:55
- 4 Hildelinde 2:46
- 5 My Favourite Car 5:03
- 6 Never For Fun 5:27
- 7 Shit for Brains 4:36
- 8 Red Man 6:07
- 9 The Press 4:02
- 10 Peoria 7:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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