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Proud to Commit Commercial Suicide

Nailbomb · 1995

52 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal

A raw collision of industrial and thrash elements, delivering relentless critiques wrapped in aggressive soundscapes.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim for its unfiltered approach to social issues, influencing the metal scene with its unique blend of industrial and thrash elements. It has been recognized for paving the way for future nu-metal bands and remains a notable release in the 1990s heavy music landscape by showcasing the crossover potential between genres.
Career context
Proud to Commit Commercial Suicide is Nailbomb's sole studio album, released in January 1995. This project emerged from the side project of Max Cavalera of Sepultura and guitarist Alex Newport, following Cavalera's departure from Sepultura, marking a significant shift in his artistic direction. The album allowed them to explore darker themes and experimental sounds outside their primary bands.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· Prong· Marilyn Manson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wasting Away 3:56
  • 2 Guerrillas Standout 3:27
  • 3 Cockroaches 4:07
  • 4 Vai Toma No Cú 4:10
  • 5 Sum of Your Archievements 2:52
  • 6 Religious Cancer Standout 4:34
  • 7 Police Truck 3:11
  • 8 Exploitation 2:09
  • 9 World of Shit 3:26
  • 10 Blind and Lost 2:09
  • 11 Sick Life 6:53
  • 12 While You Sleep, I Destroy Your World Standout 5:09
  • 13 Zero Tolerance 6:34

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