Born Again
:wumpscut: · 1997
72 min · 14 tracks · electro-industrial
Dark, pulsating electronics meld with haunting vocals to create a cerebral soundscape that invites introspection and unease.
Top tracks — play these first
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Womb (Born Again remixx) — This track exemplifies the album's dark atmospheric qualities while showcasing :wumpscut:'s ability to blend intense beats with emotive melodies.
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Golgotha (roughly distorted version) — The heavy distortion and intricate layering in this track illustrate the band's experimental approach, making it a cornerstone of their industrial sound.
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Die in Winter — As a standout track, it encapsulates themes of despair and renewal, reflecting the album's overarching concept of rebirth amidst darkness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- dark atmospheres for late nights
- haunting vocals with unsettling depth
- pulsating beats for intense sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, lively tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- :wumpscut: was firmly establishing itself in the electro-industrial scene with Born Again, their third album released in 1997. Following the success of earlier records like Music for a Slaughtering Tribe, this album continued to push their signature sound while also experimenting with remixes and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Skinny Puppy· Front Line Assembly· KMFDM
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Womb (Born Again remixx)
The section where the vocals shift from ethereal to hauntingly direct creates a stark contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the song.
This transition not only heightens the tension but also immerses the listener in a deeper narrative about vulnerability and rebirth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Is It You (Scintillating mixx) 6:38
- 2 Womb (Born Again remixx) 5:55
- 3 Angel (Deejaydead remixx) 5:44
- 4 Embryodead (Deejaydead remixx) 6:06
- 5 Golgotha (roughly distorted version) 6:11
- 6 Wumpsex 4:04
- 7 Womb (Miserable Days mixx) 4:47
- 8 War (Revenge and Nemesis version) 7:00
- 9 Man’s Complete Idiot 3:07
- 10 Thorns (distant vocals version) 5:50
- 11 Down Where We Belong (instrumental take 1) 3:35
- 12 Embryodead (Cockroach modified) 4:32
- 13 Vaporize (:wumpscut:‐remix) 5:10
- 14 Die in Winter 4:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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