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Hard Wired

Front Line Assembly · 1995

62 min · 10 tracks · electro-industrial

A relentless fusion of dark electronic textures and aggressive beats that define the electro-industrial genre.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • immersive listening experience
  • dark atmospheric explorations
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Hard Wired' was Front Line Assembly's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Tactical Neural Implant' from 1992. By this time, the band had solidified their presence in the electro-industrial scene, pushing boundaries with innovative sound design and thematic depth, marking a peak in their creative output during the mid-90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Skinny Puppy· KMFDM· Ministry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Neologic Spasm 5:51
  • 2 Paralyzed 5:30
  • 3 Re-Birth 5:19
  • 4 Circuitry 5:55
  • 5 Mortal (instrumental) 5:42
  • 6 Modus Operandi 5:47
  • 7 Transparent Species 7:15
  • 8 Barcode 6:11
  • 9 Condemned 5:51
  • 10 Infra Red Combat 8:49

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