Bad Witch
Nine Inch Nails · 2018
30 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · ambient · industrial music
A visceral exploration of chaos and introspection set against throbbing industrial soundscapes.
Why this album works
'Bad Witch' debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Top Albums chart, showcasing Reznor's enduring relevance in the music industry. Its critical reception highlighted its bold experimentation with genre-blending, and it was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the track 'God Break Down the Door'.
- Best for
- visceral chaos and introspection short bursts of intensity late-night contemplative energy
- Context
- Released on June 22, 2018, 'Bad Witch' marks Nine Inch Nails' sixth studio album and concludes the trilogy started with 'Hesitation Marks' (2013) and 'Not the Actual Events' (2016). At this point in his career, Trent Reznor was embracing a more experimental sound while also reflecting on themes of societal unrest. The album further solidifies Reznor's status as a pioneering force in industrial music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Linkin Park· Green Day· Beck· Neil Young· Tori Amos· Ariana Grande· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shit Mirror Standout 3:06
- 2 Ahead of Ourselves 3:31
- 3 Play the Goddamned Part 4:51
- 4 God Break Down the Door Standout 4:15
- 5 I’m Not From This World 6:42
- 6 Over and Out 7:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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