Music for a Slaughtering Tribe
:wumpscut: · 1993
58 min · 15 tracks · electro-industrial
A relentless fusion of pounding beats and haunting synths that encapsulate the dark undercurrents of early 90s industrial music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Soylent Green (extended version) — Opening with an extended version sets a menacing tone with its driving rhythm and eerie samples, capturing the essence of the album's thematic focus on dystopia.
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Bleed — This track exemplifies :wumpscut:'s ability to blend harsh electronic elements with melodic undercurrents, creating a visceral listening experience that resonates throughout the album.
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She's Dead (remix by Kirlian Camera) — The remix enhances the original's chilling atmosphere, expanding on themes of death and despair with its layered production, making it a standout piece within the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong rhythmic elements and atmospheric textures typical of early electro-industrial, establishing its distinct sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a high BPM, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and atmospheric elements.
- Several tracks incorporate samples and spoken word segments, adding layers of texture to the relentless beats.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- dark pulsating rhythms throughout
- haunting vocal samples evoke unease
- immersive soundscapes for focus
- steady build of tension
- late-night exploration of shadows
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat sounds
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- :wumpscut: was in the early stages of their career when 'Music for a Slaughtering Tribe' was released, marking their debut album in January 1993. This album established their presence in the electro-industrial scene, showcasing a raw and aggressive sound that would become synonymous with their style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Skinny Puppy· Front Line Assembly· KMFDM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Soylent Green (extended version) 7:14
- 2 On the Run 4:09
- 3 Bleed 2:43
- 4 Fear in Motion 3:12
- 5 Default (remix by Aghast View) 4:35
- 6 Concrete Rage 4:19
- 7 She's Dead (remix by Kirlian Camera) 6:44
- 8 Koslow 3:27
- 9 Default 3:36
- 10 She's Dead 5:11
- 11 Believe in Me 6:00
- 12 Dudek 4:00
- 13 My Life 2:26
- 16 [silence] 0:30
- 17 Hint on Bunkertor 7 0:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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