What makes Conquer Your World by Excessive Force notable?

'Conquer Your World' gained attention for its aggressive sound and thematic content reflective of the early 90s industrial movement. It has been noted for influencing subsequent artists in the genre and has maintained a presence in underground music circles, contributing to the broader narrative of industrial music's evolution. Released in 1991, 'Conquer Your World' is Excessive Force's debut album, marking a significant entry into the industrial music scene. At this point, the group was still building its identity and establishing itself after forming in the late 1980s. This album set the stage for their future releases and collaborations within the genre.

How many songs are on Conquer Your World?

Conquer Your World has 9 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Conquer Your World

Excessive Force · 1991

44 min · 9 tracks · industrial music

Aggressive industrial rhythms clash with dark, distorted vocals to create an unsettling yet danceable soundscape.

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Conquer Your World — The title track encapsulates the album's aggressive energy, featuring a relentless beat paired with provocative lyrics that challenge societal norms.
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We Like War — This track stands out for its militaristic themes and driving rhythm, embodying the chaotic spirit of industrial music while critiquing violence in society.
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Finger on the Trigger — With its intense beats and dark vocal delivery, this track serves as a focal point for the album's exploration of aggression and power dynamics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album's aggressive sound and structure reflect early industrial influences while establishing its own identity.

What we noticed

The album features aggressive, driving beats that dominate the mix, often layered with distorted synth lines and harsh vocal effects.
Several tracks incorporate samples from various sources, adding to the chaotic atmosphere and enhancing the thematic content of conflict and aggression.

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Conquer Your House II 4:54
2 Conquer Your World 6:34
3 Blow Your House Down 4:51
4 To Death II 3:32
5 Ride the Bomb 5:07
6 We Like War 6:31
7 Worship Me 3:25
8 Finger on the Trigger 4:30
9 Conquer Your House III 5:02

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