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New Wave

Powerman 5000 · 2017

30 min · 10 tracks · industrial metal

A frenetic blend of industrial metal and punk energy, matching sharp lyrics with driving rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo driving rhythms
  • short bursts of high energy
  • engaging lyrical commentary throughout
  • for quick listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, atmospheric builds
  • seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 27, 2017, 'New Wave' is Powerman 5000's first album in over five years, following the band's 2012 release 'Somewhere on the Other Side of Nowhere'. At this point in their career, the band aimed to reconnect with their roots while experimenting with new sounds that reflect contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Static-X· Ministry· Rob Zombie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Footsteps and Voices 3:20
  • 2 Hostage 2:43
  • 3 Sid Vicious in a Dress 3:39
  • 4 David Fucking Bowie 3:12
  • 5 Cult Leader 3:17
  • 6 No White Flags 4:20
  • 7 Thank God 1:10
  • 8 Die on Your Feet 2:31
  • 9 Get A Life 2:50
  • 10 Run For Your Life 3:04

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