Is Godlike a good place to start with KMFDM?

Yes, Godlike is recommended as a starting point for new KMFDM listeners. Pulsating industrial rhythms merge with aggressive guitar riffs, creating a relentless soundscape that challenges and energizes the listener. Released in 1990, Godlike represents KMFDM's evolution into a prominent force within the industrial rock scene following their breakthrough album, UAIOE. This release solidified their unique blend of electronic and metal influences, marking their growing popularity in both underground and mainstream circles.

Godlike works well if you're into concise energetic progression, pulsating beats for workouts and aggressive sound for motivation.

How many songs are on Godlike?

Godlike has 5 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Godlike

KMFDM · 1990

22 min · 5 tracks · industrial metal

Pulsating industrial rhythms merge with aggressive guitar riffs, creating a relentless soundscape that challenges and energizes the listener.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Godlike 2010 Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's driving energy and thematic exploration of power dynamics within a modern context, showcasing KMFDM's signature sound.
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Godlike 2010 (Crash & Burn mix) — This remix adds layers of intensity through its frenetic beats and aggressive vocal delivery, making it a standout representation of the band's experimental approach.
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Godlike 2010 (Gabberlike mix) — Featuring faster tempos and harder beats, this mix highlights KMFDM's ability to adapt to evolving electronic music trends while maintaining their distinctive style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise energetic progression
pulsating beats for workouts
aggressive sound for motivation
front-loaded intensity throughout

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy immersive albums
seek calm and mellow sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified KMFDM's presence in industrial rock after UAIOE.
Themes: power dynamics· modern dystopia· industrial rebellion
Moods: Aggressive· Energetic
Career context: Released in 1990, Godlike represents KMFDM's evolution into a prominent force within the industrial rock scene following their breakthrough album, UAIOE. This release solidified their unique blend of electronic and metal influences, marking their growing popularity in both underground and mainstream circles.
Stylistic neighbors: Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· Skinny Puppy