Baptism
Laibach · 1987
71 min · 11 tracks · post-punk · techno · industrial music
A dense tapestry of industrial sounds woven with haunting melodies and provocative political undertones.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- haunting melodies that provoke thought
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- dynamic exploration of complex themes
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'Baptism' was Laibach's third studio album and marked a critical point in their artistic evolution. Building on the momentum of their previous works, this album showcased a more refined sound that blended avant-garde elements with industrial music. It came at a time when Laibach was becoming increasingly recognized both for their music and their controversial political imagery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Throbbing Gristle· Skinny Puppy· Kraftwerk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jezero (Der See) / Valjhun (Waldung) / Delak 11:00
- 2 Koža (Die Haut) 3:57
- 3 Jägerspiel 7:25
- 4 Bogomila: Verführung 3:53
- 5 Wienerblut 7:00
- 6 Črtomir 4:50
- 7 Jelengar 2:41
- 8 Apologija Laibach (Laibach Apologie) 12:23
- 9 Herzfeld 4:48
- 10 Krst (Die Taufe) / Germania 12:50
- 11 Rdeči Pilot (Rote Pilot) 1:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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