Psalm 69: The Way to Succeed and the Way to Suck Eggs
Ministry · 1992
44 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal
Aggressive industrial metal collides with frenetic rhythms and biting social commentary, creating a visceral listening experience.
Why this album works
'Psalm 69' was a critical and commercial success, peaking at number 40 on the Billboard 200 and helping to popularize industrial metal. The single 'Jesus Built My Hotrod' became particularly notable for its crossover appeal, receiving extensive airplay and contributing to the album's legacy as a cornerstone of the genre. Moreover, it received acclaim from various publications, including a place in Spin's list of the best albums of 1992.
- Best for
- visceral energy for intense moments dynamic peaks and valleys cathartic release through aggression
- Context
- By the time 'Psalm 69' was released in 1992, Ministry had solidified their presence in the industrial music scene with prior albums like 'Twitch' (1986) and 'The Mind is a Terrible Thing to Taste' (1989). This album marked their commercial peak, featuring a more polished sound while retaining the raw energy that defined their early work. It also set the stage for their influence on the burgeoning nu-metal genre in the coming years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Marilyn Manson· Prong
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 N.W.O. Standout 5:30
- 2 Just One Fix Standout 5:11
- 3 TV II 3:04
- 4 Hero 4:13
- 5 Jesus Built My Hotrod Standout 4:51
- 6 Scarecrow 8:21
- 7 Psalm 69 5:29
- 8 Corrosion 4:56
- 9 Grace 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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