Retro
KMFDM · 1996
65 min · 14 tracks · industrial metal · industrial rock
A frenetic blend of industrial grooves and punk energy, laced with provocative lyrics and catchy hooks.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks frenetic energy for workouts provocative themes for engagement
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Retro' marked KMFDM's return to the music scene after their commercial peak in the early '90s. This album followed the band's successful 1995 release, 'Nihil', and showcased their ability to evolve while maintaining a distinct sound that fused industrial rock with danceable beats.
- If you like
- industrial metal, industrial rock
Retro is an album by KMFDM, released in 1996. A frenetic blend of industrial grooves and punk energy, laced with provocative lyrics and catchy hooks. Upon its release, 'Retro' peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, solidifying KMFDM's influence in the industrial metal genre. The album is noted for its critical reception, particularly for tracks like 'Juke-Joint Jezebel', which became a staple in club scenes and contributed to the band's lasting legacy in alternative music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Retro sound like?
A frenetic blend of industrial grooves and punk energy, laced with provocative lyrics and catchy hooks. Rooted in industrial metal and industrial rock.
What makes Retro by KMFDM notable?
Upon its release, 'Retro' peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, solidifying KMFDM's influence in the industrial metal genre. The album is noted for its critical reception, particularly for tracks like 'Juke-Joint Jezebel', which became a staple in club scenes and contributed to the band's lasting legacy in alternative music. Released in 1996, 'Retro' marked KMFDM's return to the music scene after their commercial peak in the early '90s. This album followed the band's successful 1995 release, 'Nihil', and showcased their ability to evolve while maintaining a distinct sound that fused industrial rock with danceable beats.
Who is Retro for?
Retro works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, frenetic energy for workouts and provocative themes for engagement.
How many songs are on Retro?
Retro has 14 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Power Standout 5:26
- 2 Juke-Joint Jezebel Standout 5:39
- 3 Brute 4:24
- 4 A Drug Against War Standout 3:43
- 5 Light 6:05
- 6 Money 5:27
- 7 Vogue 4:03
- 8 Godlike-Doglike 5:36
- 9 Virus-Pestilence 5:07
- 10 Liebeslied-Leibesleid 4:38
- 11 More & Faster 2:52
- 12 Rip the System! 3:16
- 13 What Do You Know, Deutschland? 5:33
- 14 Don't Blow Your Top 3:38
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
65 min 34 sec
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