Filth Pig
Ministry · 1996
54 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal
A heavy, gritty exploration of industrial metal with a haunting atmosphere and provocative lyrics.
Why this album works
'Filth Pig' debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant moment for Ministry as it showcased their evolution in sound. The album received mixed reviews but became notable for its darker themes and experimentation with tempo, influencing many future industrial metal acts.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys haunting atmospheric explorations
- Context
- Released on January 30, 1996, 'Filth Pig' was Ministry's sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Psalm 69'. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from their earlier aggressive sound to a more subdued and experimental approach, reflecting changes in both lineup and production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Marilyn Manson· Prong
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reload Standout 2:25
- 2 Filth Pig Standout 6:19
- 3 Lava 6:30
- 4 Crumbs 4:14
- 5 Useless Standout 5:55
- 6 Dead Guy 5:15
- 7 Game Show 7:45
- 8 The Fall 4:54
- 9 Lay Lady Lay 5:44
- 10 Brick Windows 5:23
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