What makes Millennium Monsterwork 2000 by Fantômas notable?

This album received significant acclaim for its bold approach to structure and sound, showcasing a mix of absurdity and intensity that has influenced numerous experimental artists. It was noted for its unconventional track lengths and arrangements, contributing to discussions about the boundaries of heavy music and avant-garde art. Millennium Monsterwork 2000 is Fantômas' third studio album, released in 2002. Following their self-titled debut and the acclaimed The Director's Cut, this album continues to showcase their penchant for genre-defying compositions and chaotic sonic experimentation. At this point, the band had established a unique identity within the avant-garde metal scene.

How many songs are on Millennium Monsterwork 2000?

Millennium Monsterwork 2000 has 19 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Millennium Monsterwork 2000

Fantômas · 2002

40 min · 19 tracks · avant-garde metal

A frenetic collage of noise, punk, and experimental soundscapes that push the limits of avant-garde metal.

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Night Goat — With its relentless tempo shifts and aggressive dynamics, Night Goat embodies the chaotic energy that characterizes the album while offering a glimpse into the band's multifaceted artistry.
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White Men Are the Vermin of the Earth — This track stands out with its brief but impactful commentary on societal issues, encapsulating Fantômas' ability to blend political statements with surreal soundscapes.
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Skin Horse — Skin Horse showcases a more melodic approach amidst the chaos, featuring intricate layers that reveal deeper textures within Fantômas' signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's chaotic structure and unique sound make it a standout in avant-garde metal.

What we noticed

The album features abrupt transitions between tracks, often shifting from chaotic noise to moments of silence or minimalism.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 9/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Good Morning Slaves 1:47
2 Night Goat 5:07
3 The Omen 1:58
4 Cholo Charlie 1:03
5 White Men Are the Vermin of the Earth 1:01
6 Terpulative Guns & Drugs 2:45
7 Ol’ Black Stooges 2:33
8 Ripping Chicken Meat 1:51
9 The Bit 5:55
10 Musthing With the Phunts 1:00
11 Me and the Flamer 4:03
12 She’s a Puker 1:08
13 The Turkey Doctor 1:05
14 Hooch 1:21
15 Mombius Hibachi 1:30
16 Liquorton Gooksburg 0:46
17 Skin Horse 3:35
18 Cape Fear 1:51
19 [silence] 0:13

What to play next

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Delìrium Còrdia

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The Director's Cut

2001

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