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Bedrock

Foetus · 1987

25 min · 5 tracks · post-punk

A dissonant collision of industrial noise and punk sensibilities, layered with provocative lyrical themes.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • provocative themes for deep thinkers
  • short bursts of chaotic energy
  • intense immersion in dissonance
  • early morning wake-up call

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer smooth, polished sounds
  • seek traditional song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1987, 'Bedrock' was Foetus' second EP following the debut 'Thaw', and it marked a significant development in J.G. Thirlwell's experimental sound. By this time, Thirlwell was establishing his reputation in the post-punk scene, blending eclectic influences that would define his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Swans· Ministry· Skinny Puppy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bedrock 7:17
  • 2 Diabolus in Musica 7:16
  • 3 Shut 0:56
  • 4 Rattlesnake Insurance 2:16
  • 5 Bedrock Strip 7:54

What to play next

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