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Genexus

Fear Factory · 2015

48 min · 10 tracks · death metal · industrial metal · groove metal

An aggressive fusion of industrial and groove metal, layered with relentless rhythmic precision and dystopian themes.

Why this album works

'Genexus' was well-received by critics, debuting at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking it as one of their strongest commercial performances in years. It also received notable praise for its thematic cohesion and production quality, which contributed to its impact in the industrial and metal scenes.
Best for
steady pacing for focused listening dystopian themes for immersive experience mid-tempo aggression for workout sessions
Context
Released on August 7, 2015, 'Genexus' is Fear Factory's first album since the return of guitarist Dino Cazares after a five-year hiatus. This marked a significant phase in their career as they sought to redefine their sound while staying true to their industrial metal roots, following the mixed reception of their previous works.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· Prong· White Zombie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Autonomous Combat System Standout 5:28
  • 2 Anodized 4:48
  • 3 Dielectric 4:20
  • 4 Soul Hacker Standout 3:13
  • 5 ProtoMech 4:56
  • 6 Genexus Standout 4:49
  • 7 Church of Execution 3:22
  • 8 Regenerate 4:03
  • 9 Battle for Utopia 4:15
  • 10 Expiration Date 8:47

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