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Laibachkunstderfuge

Laibach · 2008

79 min · 14 tracks · post-punk · techno · industrial music

An audacious reimagining of Bach's fugues infused with industrial rhythms and avant-garde textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of complex themes
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • engaging auditory reimagining experience
  • thought-provoking background listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Laibach was known for their provocative blend of music and visual art, and 'Laibachkunstderfuge' marked their exploration into the classical canon. Released in 2008, this album followed their previous work 'Volk' and showcased their continued evolution as artists willing to challenge genre boundaries while maintaining political undertones.
Stylistic neighbors
Throbbing Gristle· Skinny Puppy· Kraftwerk

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Contrapunctus 1 3:07
  • 2 Contrapunctus 2 20:52
  • 3 Contrapunctus 3 2:54
  • 4 Contrapunctus 4 5:17
  • 5 Contrapunctus 5 2:46
  • 6 Contrapunctus 6, a 4 Im Stile Francese 4:11
  • 7 Contrapunctus 7, a 4 Per Augment Et Diminut 1:21
  • 8 Contrapunctus 8, a 3 7:31
  • 9 Contrapunctus 9, a 4 Alla Duodecima 8:26
  • 10 Contrapunctus 10, a 4 Alla Decima 6:15
  • 11 Contrapunctus 11, a 4 2:02
  • 12 Contrapunctus 12, Canon Alla Ottava 4:22
  • 13 Contrapunctus 13, Canon Alla Duodecima in Contrapunto Alla Quinta 4:46
  • 14 Contrapunctus 15, Canon Per Augmentationem in Contrario Motu 5:22

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