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.
Rude Awakening is an album by Prong, released in 1996. A relentless fusion of industrial and thrash metal, punctuated by intense grooves and haunting melodies. 'Rude Awakening' marked a significant entry in Prong's discography, debuting at number 35 on the Heatseekers chart. It received mixed to positive reviews, solidifying the band's reputation in the metal community and influencing later bands in the industrial and groove metal genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rude Awakening sound like?
A relentless fusion of industrial and thrash metal, punctuated by intense grooves and haunting melodies. Rooted in thrash metal and alternative metal.
What makes Rude Awakening by Prong notable?
'Rude Awakening' marked a significant entry in Prong's discography, debuting at number 35 on the Heatseekers chart. It received mixed to positive reviews, solidifying the band's reputation in the metal community and influencing later bands in the industrial and groove metal genres. 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.
How many songs are on Rude Awakening?
Rude Awakening has 13 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Controller Standout 3:39
- 2 Caprice 2:46
- 3 Rude Awakening Standout 4:18
- 4 Unfortunately 3:08
- 5 Face Value Standout 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
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
45 min 37 sec
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