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Mentallo & the Fixer · 2001
73 min · 14 tracks · industrial music
Dark, pulsating industrial soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals, creating an atmosphere of unsettling intrigue.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sacrilege — Opening with relentless energy, this track captures the album's thematic exploration of moral transgressions through aggressive beats and provocative lyrics.
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Murderers Among Us — This track stands out for its chilling narrative that confronts societal violence, showcasing Mentallo & the Fixer's ability to blend storytelling with driving rhythms.
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Grim Reality — The closing track encapsulates the overarching themes of despair and existential dread, combining eerie soundscapes with introspective lyrics that linger long after listening.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines dark soundscapes and haunting vocals, creating a cohesive yet unsettling experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted beat that sets a dark tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
- Vocals are often layered with effects, creating an eerie atmosphere that complements the industrial soundscapes.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, disrupting the flow but enhancing the unsettling mood.
- The final track fades out slowly, leaving a lingering sense of unease that resonates after the album ends.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Murderers Among Us
A stark shift occurs when the narrator directly confronts violent imagery, challenging listeners to face uncomfortable truths about society.
This moment breaks from abstract reflection to deliver a direct challenge, heightening the urgency of the message and enhancing the song's impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sacrilege 7:05
- 2 Legion of Lepers 3:45
- 3 Tachyon 5:26
- 4 Decomposed 6:29
- 5 Murderers Among Us 4:30
- 6 Ruthless 4:23
- 7 Goliath 2:41
- 8 Stellar Cascade 5:07
- 9 Atom Smasher 6:31
- 10 Scum of the Earth 5:12
- 11 Grim Reality 8:26
- 12 Narcotic Calling 4:22
- 13 False Prophets 6:02
- 14 Resonant Echo 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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