Prime Evil
Pig · 1997
42 min · 7 tracks · industrial metal
A gritty fusion of industrial metal and electronic beats, drenched in dark atmospheres and aggressive rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Prime Evil — The title track sets the tone for the album with its relentless beat and haunting vocals, encapsulating the darker themes present throughout.
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War Pigs — This cover transforms Black Sabbath's classic into a pounding industrial anthem, illustrating Pig's knack for reinterpreting iconic tracks with a fresh intensity.
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Everything (PIG remix) — This track highlights Pig's signature sound through its layered production and rhythmic complexity, representing the evolution of their style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases solid industrial metal elements but is less cohesive due to its remix-heavy structure.
What we noticed
- The first track establishes a heavy, aggressive rhythm that persists throughout the EP, with electronic elements layered over distorted guitars.
- Several tracks feature remixes, altering the original compositions significantly while maintaining a cohesive industrial sound.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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 atmospheric intensity throughout
- remixed tracks for varied texture
- persistent rhythmic drive and urgency
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, lighthearted tunes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Prime Evil' was released in 1997, Pig was solidifying its place in the industrial music scene after the successful 'A Stroll in the Shadows' EP. This album followed a period of experimentation for frontman Raymond Watts, who sought to deepen his sound with heavier production techniques and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· KMFDM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prime Evil 6:42
- 2 Wrecked (Ken Ishii remix) 6:40
- 3 War Pigs 6:26
- 4 Everything (PIG remix) 4:30
- 5 The Keeper of the Margarita 6:09
- 6 Save Me (Locust remix) 4:59
- 7 Silt (Euphonic remix) 6:40
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