What makes Manipulated by Gravity Kills notable?

Manipulated showcased the band's ability to transcend traditional industrial rock boundaries, gaining attention within the electronic music scene. The album features notable remixes by acclaimed artists like Al Jourgensen and Juno Reactor, contributing to its recognition in underground circles and enhancing the band's profile in the evolving soundscape of the late '90s. Released in 1997, Manipulated is Gravity Kills' first remix album following their self-titled debut in 1996. At this point, the band was building on their initial success, exploring new interpretations of their music through collaborations with various prominent remixers.

How many songs are on Manipulated?

Manipulated has 13 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Manipulated

Gravity Kills · 1997

68 min · 13 tracks · industrial rock

Industrial rock remixes collide with digital atmospheres, creating a frenetic landscape of rhythmic intensity and haunting vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Here (The Hell Everyone Misses remix) — This remix encapsulates the raw energy of the original while layering in pulsating beats and atmospheric elements, illustrating the band's industrial roots.
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Enough (Al Jourgensen remix) — Al Jourgensen's take adds a gritty edge, emphasizing heavy guitar riffs alongside electronic production that redefines the original track's impact.
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Guilty (Juno Reactor remix) — This version transforms the track into a cinematic experience with expansive soundscapes, showcasing Juno Reactor's signature style and elevating Gravity Kills' thematic depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases diverse remixes but lacks a cohesive narrative or flow typical of original works.

What we noticed

The album consists entirely of remixes, with each track reinterpreting original material through different electronic and industrial lenses.
Tracks often feature heavy use of synthesized beats and layered vocal effects, creating a dense soundscape that varies significantly from the band's original recordings.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Enough (Al Jourgensen remix)

The bridge shifts abruptly to an introspective tone, contrasting earlier aggression with vulnerability.

This transition not only alters the song's emotional trajectory but also deepens its exploration of personal conflict against a backdrop of harsh sound.

Tracklist

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

1 Here (The Hell Everyone Misses remix) 3:53
2 Here (Mark Saunders remix) 4:12
3 Enough (Al Jourgensen remix) 7:05
4 Enough (Critter’s Carnal remix) 4:25
5 Here (Done Brothers remix) 5:05
6 Blame (Phentinol Warzone Pharmaceuticals remix) 4:36
7 Down (Praga Khan Jungle remix) 4:24
8 Down (Lords of Acid Power remix) 4:29
9 Enough (Martin Atkins White Light remix) 5:58
10 Enough (Extrinsic remix) 7:00
11 Enough (P.M. Dawn Expanse remix) 4:45
12 Guilty (Juno Reactor remix) 6:19
13 Guilty (Roli Mosimann remix) 6:17

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