What makes Civil Disobedience by Leæther Strip notable?

'Civil Disobedience' is significant for its critical reception and contributions to the electro-industrial genre, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike. The album's themes resonated with listeners amid global political unrest, reflecting a cultural moment that emphasized dissent and resistance. Released on January 1, 2008, 'Civil Disobedience' represents Leæther Strip's continued evolution in the electro-industrial genre. This album arrived after their notable 2006 release 'The Dark Side of the Spoon', marking a period where they solidified their presence in the underground music scene while maintaining a loyal fanbase.

Who is Civil Disobedience for?

Civil Disobedience works well if you're into dark pulsating rhythms for intensity, explorative listening for societal themes and long-form tracks for deep immersion.

How many songs are on Civil Disobedience?

Civil Disobedience has 22 tracks, running approximately 141 minutes.

Civil Disobedience

Leæther Strip · 2008

141 min · 22 tracks · electro-industrial

A blend of aggressive beats and dark, brooding synths that reflects the turmoil of contemporary society.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Civil Disobedience — The title track sets the tone for the album with its heavy beats and confrontational lyrics, encapsulating the spirit of rebellion that threads throughout the project.
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When Blood Runs Dark — This track showcases Leæther Strip's ability to blend melodic elements with harsh industrial sounds, creating a haunting atmosphere that exemplifies their musical style.
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I Wear Black on the Inside — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic production, this song dives into themes of identity and personal struggle, representing a poignant moment on the album.
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The Devil's Daughter — The track is notable for its dark narrative and complex layering of sounds, highlighting the band's storytelling prowess within a captivating sonic landscape.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Foothills

Higher than 29% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive beats with dark synths, creating a distinctive sound within its genre.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a relentless tempo with aggressive beats, while the second half introduces more varied pacing and atmospheric elements.
Many tracks feature layered synths that create a dense soundscape, often contrasting harsh vocals with melodic undertones.
Several songs incorporate samples and spoken word segments, adding to the thematic depth and narrative quality of the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dark pulsating rhythms for intensity
explorative listening for societal themes
long-form tracks for deep immersion
brooding atmosphere for introspection
cathartic energy release at volume

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat or cheerful sounds
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A mid-career entry in Leæther Strip’s post-hiatus run, extending its electro-industrial sound without defining a new ...
Career context: Released on January 1, 2008, 'Civil Disobedience' represents Leæther Strip's continued evolution in the electro-industrial genre. This album arrived after their notable 2006 release 'The Dark Side of the Spoon', marking a period where they solidified their presence in the underground music scene while maintaining a loyal fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors: Front Line Assembly· Skinny Puppy· KMFDM