Penetrate the Satanic Citizen
Leæther Strip · 1992
77 min · 15 tracks · electro-industrial
A relentless fusion of harsh electronic beats and dark, provocative themes that challenge societal norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Satanic Citizen — This title track encapsulates the album's core themes of societal critique and rebellion, delivering a potent blend of aggression and commentary.
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What's Hell Really Like — This track stands out for its haunting atmosphere and introspective lyrics that question conventional notions of morality and existence.
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Die Die Die — With its relentless beat and provocative title, this song serves as a bold statement on violence and despair, reflecting the album's confrontational tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features aggressive beats and provocative themes, making it a notable entry in the electro-industrial genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a relentless pace, maintaining aggressive beats throughout the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate distorted vocals layered over pulsating synths, creating a harsh and confrontational sound.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, introducing atmospheric elements that contrast with the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- intense beats for energetic release
- cathartic aggression in every track
- late-night confrontational listening
- provocative themes for deep reflection
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soft and gentle sounds
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Penetrate the Satanic Citizen' in 1992, Leæther Strip had established itself as a significant player in the electro-industrial scene, following their acclaimed debut album 'Strap Me Down' in 1990. This sophomore effort solidified their reputation for confronting taboo subjects with aggressive soundscapes, showcasing a mature evolution in their artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Front Line Assembly· Skinny Puppy· KMFDM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Japanese Bodies '92 6:25
- 2 Leætherstrip, Part II 6:00
- 3 Rotation 4:58
- 4 Mohawk 6:29
- 5 Razorblades '92 4:19
- 6 Torment Me 5:20
- 7 What's Hell Really Like 3:55
- 8 Touchdown Breakdown 3:38
- 9 Die Die Die 4:00
- 10 Zyclon B 5:25
- 11 Body Machine Body 4:06
- 12 Satanic Citizen 6:03
- 13 Battleground 6:27
- 14 Change! 4:35
- 15 Leætherstrip, Part I 5:19
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