Profanation
Praxis · 2008
60 min · 14 tracks · experimental rock
A chaotic fusion of industrial noise, heavy guitar riffs, and complex rhythms that defy conventional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Worship — This track highlights the album’s thematic focus on spirituality and existential dread, featuring layered instrumentation that builds an intense atmosphere.
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Galaxies — Here, the complex interplay of rhythms and textures exemplifies Praxis's signature sound, merging chaos with moments of haunting melody that invite deep listening.
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Garbage God's — This track stands out for its provocative lyrics and aggressive instrumentation, challenging societal norms and showcasing the band’s willingness to tackle controversial themes.
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Subgrid — As the album's lengthy closing piece, it encapsulates the overarching narrative while demonstrating the band's capacity for expansive soundscapes and intricate composition.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with climactic moments
- wave-like pacing that ebbs
- haunting melodies for deep focus
- immersive soundscapes for exploration
- thought-provoking themes throughout
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Profanation marked Praxis's exploration into darker themes following their previous album, Transmutation. By this time, the band was solidifying their reputation within the experimental rock genre, leveraging collaborations with notable musicians to expand their sound palette.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Lou Reed· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Caution 1:58
- 2 Worship 3:37
- 3 Ancient World 3:25
- 4 Furies 4:44
- 5 Galaxies 4:27
- 6 Sulfur and Cheese 4:44
- 7 Larynx 2:31
- 8 Revelations, Part 2 5:19
- 9 Ruined 4:07
- 10 Garbage God's 2:44
- 11 Babylon Blackout 5:12
- 12 Endtime 4:57
- 13 Wedge 3:04
- 14 Subgrid 9:56
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