Deviant
Pitchshifter · 2000
45 min · 12 tracks · industrial metal
A relentless blend of industrial rhythms and metal aggression, infused with biting social commentary and electronic elements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Condescension — This opening track sets the tone with its heavy beats and sharp critique of societal norms, establishing the album's thematic direction.
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Hidden Agenda — The song features an infectious chorus and combines aggressive instrumentation with a stark warning about manipulation and deceit in modern society.
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Everything's Fucked — With its raw energy and anthemic quality, this track encapsulates feelings of frustration and disillusionment that resonate throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends industrial elements with metal aggression, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with aggressive guitar riffs and driving electronic beats, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and textures.
- Tracks often feature layered vocals that alternate between harsh screams and clean singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several songs incorporate samples and electronic effects that enhance the industrial sound, particularly in tracks like 'Hidden Agenda' and 'As Seen on TV'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- mid-tempo rhythmic intensity
- focused listening sessions
- aggressive motivational drive
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Deviant was Pitchshifter's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record, www.pitchshifter.com. At this point, the band had solidified their signature sound, melding heavy metal with electronic influences, while also exploring more complex lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fear Factory· Ministry· KMFDM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Condescension 3:11
- 2 Wafer Thin 3:31
- 3 Keep It Clean 3:49
- 4 Forget the Facts 3:16
- 5 Hidden Agenda 4:15
- 6 Scene This 3:52
- 7 Dead Battery 3:44
- 8 As Seen on TV 2:53
- 9 Everything's Fucked 4:26
- 10 Chump Change 3:45
- 11 Stronger 3:38
- 12 P.S.I.cological 4:38
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