What makes Metropolis by Sister Machine Gun notable?

'Metropolis' gained critical acclaim for its innovative blend of electronic and rock elements, helping to define the late '90s industrial music landscape. The album's single 'Desperation' received significant airplay on alternative rock radio stations, contributing to the band's growing fanbase and establishing them as key players in the genre. Released in 1997, 'Metropolis' was Sister Machine Gun's third studio album following 'Burn' (1995). At this point, the band had begun to solidify their presence in the industrial rock scene, exploring deeper themes and more complex soundscapes compared to their earlier works.

Who is Metropolis for?

Metropolis works well if you're into steady mid-tempo pulsating rhythms, haunting melodies for introspection and dark atmosphere for evening listens.

How many songs are on Metropolis?

Metropolis has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Metropolis

Sister Machine Gun · 1997

53 min · 12 tracks · industrial rock

Dark, pulsating beats interweave with haunting melodies and visceral lyrics, embodying the era's industrial rock spirit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo pulsating rhythms
haunting melodies for introspection
dark atmosphere for evening listens
consistent flow for focused sessions
emotional depth in lyrical themes

Maybe skip if you want

prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
avoid dark, moody soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1997, 'Metropolis' was Sister Machine Gun's third studio album following 'Burn' (1995). At this point, the band had begun to solidify their presence in the industrial rock scene, exploring deeper themes and more complex soundscapes compared to their earlier works.
Stylistic neighbors: Marilyn Manson· Nine Inch Nails· Blue Stahli

Tracklist

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

1 This Metal Sky 2:28
2 Desperation 3:45
3 Temptation 4:38
4 Think 3:49
5 Living Without You 3:51
6 Torque 4:05
7 White Lightning 4:52
8 Everything 4:59
9 What Do You Want From Me 4:12
10 Admit 5:05
11 Bitter End 5:20
12 Cut Down 6:11

What to play next

Listen next

[R]evolution

1999

Go back to

Burn

1995

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