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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