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Dancing with the Dead

Pain · 2005

47 min · 12 tracks · industrial metal

Pulsating industrial beats collide with heavy metal guitars, creating a relentless soundscape of aggression and dark introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • dark introspection through sound
  • relentless beats for focus
  • engaging narrative arc throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, upbeat tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2005, Pain had established itself within the industrial metal scene, with 'Dancing with the Dead' being their fourth studio album. This release came after their previous album, 'Rebirth,' which had solidified their place in the genre. The band was capitalizing on their growing popularity while continuing to experiment with their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· KMFDM

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don’t Count Me Out 4:39
  • 2 Same Old Song 3:59
  • 3 Nothing 4:08
  • 4 The Tables Have Turned 4:23
  • 5 Not Afraid to Die 4:15
  • 6 Dancing With the Dead 4:14
  • 7 Tear It Up 3:57
  • 8 Bye/Die 3:02
  • 9 My Misery 3:56
  • 10 A Good Day to Die 3:45
  • 11 Stay Away 3:20
  • 12 The Third Wave 3:50

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