Cover Up
Ministry · 2008
61 min · 15 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal
Industrial metal meets classic rock in a gritty reinterpretation of iconic tracks with relentless energy.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its bold choice to cover well-known rock tracks, bringing them into the context of industrial music. It received mixed reviews but was praised for its energetic production and unique approach to familiar songs, influencing how heavy music could interact with classic rock standards. Additionally, it served to reinforce Ministry's legacy within the industrial scene during a time when many bands were experimenting with genre boundaries.
- Best for
- energetic driving playlists dynamic emotional journeys nostalgic yet fresh reinterpretations
- Context
- Released on April 1, 2008, 'Cover Up' was Ministry's ninth studio album and marked a significant departure from their original material. By this point, the band had established themselves as pioneers within the industrial metal genre, and this album came after their 2007 release 'The Last Sucker,' which was seen as a farewell to their earlier sound. 'Cover Up' reflects their ongoing evolution, showcasing their willingness to reinterpret classic rock songs through a heavy industrial lens.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Marilyn Manson· Prong
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Under My Thumb Standout 3:57
- 2 Bang a Gong 4:48
- 3 Radar Love Standout 5:21
- 4 Space Truckin' 3:51
- 5 Black Betty Standout 3:29
- 6 Mississippi Queen 3:14
- 7 Just Got Paid 3:13
- 8 Roadhouse Blues 4:27
- 9 Supernaut 7:08
- 10 Lay Lady Lay 5:44
- 11 What a Wonderful World 7:01
- 23 What a Wonderful World (short slow version) 4:17
- 44 What a Wonderful World (short fast version) 3:35
- 68 [silence] 0:04
- 69 Willie Stigmata 1:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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