Retro cover

Released 30 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • frenetic energy for workouts
  • provocative themes for engagement
  • for late-night drives
  • catchy hooks that energize

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, more melodic
  • dislike abrasive, intense sounds

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· Skinny Puppy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Power 5:26
  • 2 Juke-Joint Jezebel 5:39
  • 3 Brute 4:24
  • 4 A Drug Against War 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

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