Cynic Paradise
Pain · 2008
57 min · 15 tracks · industrial metal
A relentless blend of industrial riffs and melodic hooks, capturing the chaos of modern existence.
Why this album works
'Cynic Paradise' received notable attention within the industrial metal scene, charting in several countries and further establishing Pain’s reputation for innovative sound. The album's exploration of darker themes resonated with fans, earning it a spot on various year-end lists and contributing to the band's growing international fanbase.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Cynic Paradise' marked Pain's fifth studio album, following their 2005 release 'Dancing with the Dead'. At this point, frontman Peter Tägtgren was solidifying his vision for Pain, blending heavy metal with electronic influences while exploring new lyrical themes reflecting societal issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marilyn Manson· Rob Zombie· Blue Stahli
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I’m Going In Standout 3:16
- 2 Monkey Business 4:05
- 3 Follow Me 4:17
- 4 Have a Drink on Me 3:54
- 5 Don’t Care 2:42
- 6 Reach Out (and Regret) 3:55
- 7 Generation X Standout 4:18
- 8 No One Knows 3:51
- 9 Live Fast / Die Young (It’s a Cynic Paradise) Standout 3:42
- 10 Not Your Kind 4:10
- 11 Feed Us 4:19
- 12 Follow Me (Peter vox version) 4:09
- 13 Clouds of Ecstasy (Bassflow remix) 3:27
- 14 No One Knows (Rectifier remix) 3:46
- 15 Trapped 3:40
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