Is Anthems for the Damned a good place to start with Filter?

Yes, Anthems for the Damned is recommended as a starting point for new Filter listeners. A gritty fusion of industrial rock and haunting melodies, channeling anger and introspection amid a chaotic world. Filter's 'Anthems for the Damned' marked their fifth studio album, released after a hiatus following 2002's 'The Amalgamut.' The band, led by Richard Patrick, sought to reclaim their aggressive sound while addressing themes of disillusionment and societal strife. This album came during a period of revitalization for Filter, as they aimed to reconnect with fans and assert their place in the industrial rock scene.

Who is Anthems for the Damned for?

Anthems for the Damned works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and intensity.

How many songs are on Anthems for the Damned?

Anthems for the Damned has 15 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Anthems for the Damned

Filter · 2008

65 min · 15 tracks · industrial rock

A gritty fusion of industrial rock and haunting melodies, channeling anger and introspection amid a chaotic world.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Soldiers of Misfortune Start here — This track serves as a powerful critique of war, blending aggressive instrumentals with poignant lyrics that confront the consequences of conflict head-on.
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Cold (Anthem for the Damned) — A standout anthem that encapsulates the album's exploration of emotional desolation and societal decay, combining haunting vocals with driving rhythms.
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Hatred Is Contagious — This track exemplifies the album's raw energy and urgency, delivering a visceral commentary on the spread of negativity in modern society.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing and intensity
thought-provoking introspective moments

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with bold themes after a hiatus, resonating during turbulent times.
Themes: societal decay· war critique· emotional desolation
Career context: Filter's 'Anthems for the Damned' marked their fifth studio album, released after a hiatus following 2002's 'The Amalgamut.' The band, led by Richard Patrick, sought to reclaim their aggressive sound while addressing themes of disillusionment and societal strife. This album came during a period of revitalization for Filter, as they aimed to reconnect with fans and assert their place in the industrial rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Nine Inch Nails· Ministry· Stabbing Westward

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Tracklist

1 Soldiers of Misfortune Start here 4:25
2 What's Next 3:34
3 The Wake 3:56
4 Cold (Anthem for the Damned) 3:45
5 Hatred Is Contagious 4:25
6 Lie After Lie 3:45
7 Kill the Day 3:31
8 The Take 3:16
9 I Keep Flowers Around 4:27
10 In Dreams 3:51
11 Only You 4:40
12 Can Stop This 5:57
13 Soldiers of Misfortune (Richard Patrick and Timmy the Terror Brade Runna mix) 5:30
14 Kill the Day (Ben Wise club mix) 6:08
15 The Take (Stormin Norman mix J.O'B.) 4:36