Is Let It Be a good place to start with Laibach?

Yes, Let It Be is recommended as a starting point for new Laibach listeners. A provocative reimagining of classic Beatles tracks infused with industrial rhythms and theatrical vocal deliveries. When Laibach released Let It Be in 1988, they were transitioning from their early experimental works into a more accessible yet still avant-garde territory. This album followed their controversial performances in the former Yugoslavia and marked their first major international release, amplifying their influence in the post-punk and industrial music scenes.

Who is Let It Be for?

Let It Be works well if you're into thought-provoking lyrical explorations, immersive sonic landscapes and reflective late-night sessions.

How many songs are on Let It Be?

Let It Be has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Released 38 years ago this October

Let It Be

Laibach · 1988

42 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A provocative reimagining of classic Beatles tracks infused with industrial rhythms and theatrical vocal deliveries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Get Back Start here — This track opens the album with a stark, militaristic interpretation that sets the tone for Laibach's revolutionary approach to pop music. The heavy instrumentation contrasts sharply with the original, creating a haunting reflection on nostalgia and disillusionment.
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Across the Universe — Laibach transforms this serene ballad into an expansive soundscape filled with echoing vocals and layered instrumentation, enhancing its existential themes. The reworking emphasizes a sense of cosmic detachment that resonates deeply within the context of Laibach's artistic vision.
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The Long and Winding Road — In this rendition, the original's emotional weight is amplified through Laibach's use of choral elements and somber tones, creating an atmosphere of reflection and melancholy. It's a striking example of how they can take a familiar song and reshape its meaning through their unique lens.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Laibach's reinterpretation of Beatles classics is distinct and cohesive, blending industrial sounds with theatrical vocals.

What we noticed

Each track features a heavy industrial sound, with rhythmic percussion dominating the arrangements.
Vocals are delivered in a theatrical style, often layering multiple voices to create a choral effect.
The album maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with only slight variations that keep the energy level steady.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

thought-provoking lyrical explorations
immersive sonic landscapes
reflective late-night sessions
dynamic emotional contrasts

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album brought Laibach wider recognition through its reinterpretation of The Beatles.
Career context: When Laibach released Let It Be in 1988, they were transitioning from their early experimental works into a more accessible yet still avant-garde territory. This album followed their controversial performances in the former Yugoslavia and marked their first major international release, amplifying their influence in the post-punk and industrial music scenes.
Stylistic neighbors: Throbbing Gristle· Skinny Puppy· Kraftwerk