Rio Grande Dub
Ministry · 2007
44 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal
A cacophony of industrial rhythms and heavy guitars meshes with politically charged samples and dub influences.
Why this album works
'Rio Grande Dub' stands out for its sharp political commentary and was well-received in the industrial metal scene, helping to solidify Ministry's influence as a band unafraid to tackle controversial subjects. The album's mixing of genres contributed to its recognition within alternative music circles, even as it pushed boundaries of traditional remix albums.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo rhythmic exploration politically charged lyrical themes background energy for focused tasks
- Context
- Released on July 10, 2007, 'Rio Grande Dub' represents Ministry's return to the music scene following the politically charged album 'Rio Grande Blood.' This release showcases their continued exploration of provocative themes through remixes, signaling a phase where they embraced both innovation and critique within their established sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Marilyn Manson· Prong
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rio Grande Blood (Rio Grande DUB Ya mix) Standout 4:13
- 2 Señor Peligro (La Zona Peligrosa mix) 4:09
- 3 Gangreen (Kiss Me Goodnight mix) 3:35
- 4 Fear Is Big Business (Weapons of Mass Deception mix) 3:47
- 5 LiesLiesLies (Cognitive Dissonance mix) Standout 4:20
- 6 The Great Satan (What Would Satan Do? mix) 3:06
- 7 Yellow Cake (Hexafluoride mix) 4:23
- 8 Palestina (72nd Virgin mix) Standout 5:24
- 9 Ass Clown (Osama McDonald mix) 3:33
- 10 Khyber Pass (TX Bush Ranch mix) 4:28
- 11 LiesLiesLies (Known Unknown Lies mix) 3:55
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