Released 30 years ago
Rude Awakening
Prong · 1996
45 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal · alternative metal · industrial metal
A relentless fusion of industrial and thrash metal, punctuated by intense grooves and haunting melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration
- intense focus on lyrical themes
- relentless energy for workout sessions
- haunting melodies for deep listening
- consistent flow throughout the album
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike mid-tempo pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Rude Awakening' was released in 1996, Prong was at a pivotal point following their breakthrough album 'Cleansing' (1994). This album continued to build on their established sound while experimenting with more atmospheric elements, showcasing the band's evolution within the alternative and groove metal scenes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ministry· Fear Factory· Sepultura
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Controller 3:39
- 2 Caprice 2:46
- 3 Rude Awakening 4:18
- 4 Unfortunately 3:08
- 5 Face Value 4:10
- 6 Avenue of the Finest 3:37
- 7 Slicing 3:27
- 8 Without Hope 3:12
- 9 Mansruin 3:29
- 10 Innocence Gone 3:10
- 11 Dark Signs 3:21
- 12 Close the Door 4:05
- 13 Proud Division 3:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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