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Angst

KMFDM · 1993

78 min · 15 tracks · industrial metal · industrial rock

A thunderous blend of heavy guitars and electronic beats, pulsating with raw energy and socio-political urgency.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • pulsating energy for workouts
  • wave-like pacing with intensity
  • cathartic release through heaviness

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek gentle, mellow listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Angst' was KMFDM's sixth studio album and marked their transition into a more mainstream industrial sound. Following the success of their previous album 'Nihil', this record further solidified their place in the burgeoning industrial rock scene, showcasing their ability to meld aggressive instrumentation with provocative lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· Skinny Puppy

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Light 6:05
  • 2 A Drug Against War 3:43
  • 3 Blood (Evil mix) 5:11
  • 4 Lust 4:22
  • 5 Glory 3:53
  • 6 Move On 5:32
  • 7 No Peace 4:28
  • 8 A Hole in the Wall 5:49
  • 9 Sucks 3:31
  • 10 The Problem 6:03
  • 11 Light (Fat Back dub) 7:29
  • 12 Light (Vengeance dub) 5:39
  • 13 Light (Aerobic dub) 5:43
  • 14 Light (Rubber Glove dub) 5:24
  • 15 Light (Lighthouse dub) 5:05

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