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Opus Dei

Laibach · 1987

59 min · 12 tracks · post-punk · techno · industrial music

A provocative blend of industrial sounds and militaristic rhythms, reflecting a dystopian vision of modernity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • thought-provoking thematic explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in March 1987, 'Opus Dei' marked Laibach's third studio album and solidified their identity within the avant-garde and industrial music scenes. This period followed their notable debut, 'Laibach,' and demonstrated an evolving complexity in their sound and thematic content, particularly addressing nationalism and totalitarianism.
Stylistic neighbors
Throbbing Gristle· Skinny Puppy· Kraftwerk

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Leben heißt Leben 5:29
  • 2 Geburt einer Nation 4:22
  • 3 Leben-Tod 3:58
  • 4 F.I.A.T. 5:13
  • 5 Opus Dei 5:04
  • 6 Trans-national 4:28
  • 7 How the West Was Won 4:26
  • 8 The Great Seal 4:16
  • 9 Herz-felde 4:46
  • 10 Jägerspiel 7:23
  • 11 Koža (Skin) 3:51
  • 12 Krst (Baptism) 5:39

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