Another Fine Mess cover

Another Fine Mess

Skyclad · 2001

56 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · folk metal

An intricate blend of folk melodies and heavy metal aggression, laced with sharp social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sharp social commentary reflections
  • steady pacing with climactic moments
  • thought-provoking lyrical depth
  • engaging narratives throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Another Fine Mess' was Skyclad's sixth studio album, showcasing their continued evolution within the folk metal genre. At this point, the band had already established a reputation for their unique sound, following the critically acclaimed 'A Burnt Offering for the Bone Idol' in 1996. The album reflects the band's artistic growth after significant lineup changes, particularly with frontman Martin Walkyier's distinct lyrical style.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Eluveitie· Korpiklaani

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:56
  • 2 Another Fine Mess 4:37
  • 3 Cardboard City 4:40
  • 4 Art-Nazi 3:50
  • 5 The Wickedest Man in the World 3:56
  • 6 The One Piece Puzzle 6:01
  • 7 Still Spinning Shrapnel 4:28
  • 8 Just What Nobody Wanted 5:39
  • 9 Sins of Emission 4:16
  • 10 Land of the Rising Slum 5:34
  • 11 Alone in Death's Shadow 6:31
  • 12 Spinning Jenny 4:49

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