Is Krank a good place to start with KMFDM?

Yes, Krank is recommended as a starting point for new KMFDM listeners. Pulsating beats and aggressive guitars collide with industrial soundscapes, creating a relentless auditory experience. By the time KMFDM released Krank in 2011, they were seasoned veterans in the industrial rock scene, having formed in 1984. This album followed their previous release, 'BLINK', showcasing their ability to meld electronic elements with heavy guitar riffs while maintaining a strong danceable quality.

Krank works well if you're into pulsating rhythms for dance floors, steady energy for workout sessions and aggressive vocals for cathartic release.

How many songs are on Krank?

Krank has 5 tracks, running approximately 23 minutes.

Krank

KMFDM · 2011

23 min · 5 tracks · industrial metal

Pulsating beats and aggressive guitars collide with industrial soundscapes, creating a relentless auditory experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Krank (Käpt’n K mix) Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and showcases KMFDM's signature blend of metal and electronic influences.
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Day of Light (Revenge mix) — This track exemplifies KMFDM’s ability to create anthemic choruses paired with driving rhythms, making it a standout for live performances.
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Krank (Komor Kommando mix) — The Komor Kommando mix offers a darker interpretation of the original, highlighting the versatility of KMFDM's material through diverse remixing styles.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Krank offers varied remixes that highlight KMFDM's industrial sound but may not deeply engage beyond initial listens.

What we noticed

The title track 'Krank' is presented in three distinct remixes, each altering the arrangement and intensity while maintaining core elements.
The two versions of 'Day of Light' showcase different interpretations, with one emphasizing a more aggressive beat and the other a melodic approach.
The album maintains a consistent tempo across all tracks, creating a relentless energy that characterizes industrial metal.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

pulsating rhythms for dance floors
steady energy for workout sessions
aggressive vocals for cathartic release
short bursts of relentless intensity

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, reflective music
seek melodic, soothing sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Krank showcases KMFDM's established sound but isn't a standout entry point or breakthrough.
Themes: industrial soundscapes· danceable aggression· electronic metal fusion
Moods: Aggressive· Cathartic
Career context: By the time KMFDM released Krank in 2011, they were seasoned veterans in the industrial rock scene, having formed in 1984. This album followed their previous release, 'BLINK', showcasing their ability to meld electronic elements with heavy guitar riffs while maintaining a strong danceable quality.
Stylistic neighbors: Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· Skinny Puppy