What makes Resurrection by Fear Factory notable?

Resurrection showcased Fear Factory's ability to innovate within the metal genre, leading to significant chart placements and contributing to the growing popularity of industrial metal. The EP's single, 'Resurrection (long radio edit)', received considerable airplay on rock radio stations, enhancing the band's visibility and cementing their influence on subsequent bands in the genre. Released in January 1998, Resurrection was Fear Factory's first EP following their critically acclaimed album Demanufacture. This period marked a transitional phase for the band as they solidified their unique blend of industrial and groove metal, further establishing their presence in the heavy music scene.

How many songs are on Resurrection?

Resurrection has 3 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Resurrection

Fear Factory · 1998

13 min · 3 tracks · death metal

Aggressive industrial grooves merge with death metal intensity, creating a chilling atmosphere of existential dread and mechanized fury.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Resurrection (long radio edit) — As the lead single, this track exemplifies Fear Factory's signature sound, combining mechanical rhythms with haunting vocals, setting a precedent for future releases.
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0-0 (Where Evil Dwells) — This track delves into themes of despair and isolation, featuring aggressive riffs that highlight the band's heavy sound while showcasing their lyrical depth.
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Soulwound — With its darker tone and intense instrumentation, this song captures the emotional weight of the EP, illustrating Fear Factory's exploration of human suffering.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

This EP blends industrial and death metal effectively, showcasing strong craft but limited depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

The first track features a prominent electronic beat that drives the aggressive guitar riffs, creating a layered soundscape.
The second track shifts to a more atmospheric introduction before launching into intense, fast-paced rhythms characteristic of death metal.
The final track incorporates melodic elements alongside harsh vocals, contrasting with the preceding tracks' relentless aggression.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Showcased innovation in metal, contributing to the band's growing popularity.
Themes: mechanized fury· industrial isolation
Moods: Aggressive· Cathartic
Career context: Released in January 1998, Resurrection was Fear Factory's first EP following their critically acclaimed album Demanufacture. This period marked a transitional phase for the band as they solidified their unique blend of industrial and groove metal, further establishing their presence in the heavy music scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Strapping Young Lad· Ministry· Static-X