Sin Sex & Salvation cover

Sin Sex & Salvation

KMFDM · 1994

22 min · 5 tracks · industrial metal · industrial rock

A provocative mix of industrial metal and rock, layered with raw, confrontational lyrics and pulsating rhythms.

Why this album works

'Sin Sex & Salvation' gained recognition for its unflinching themes of sexuality and violence, leading to controversy and censorship in certain markets. The album's bold content helped solidify KMFDM's reputation as provocateurs within the industrial music genre, influencing countless artists in the electronic and metal scenes.
Best for
provocative themes for bold listeners front-loaded energy for quick engagement pulsating rhythms for active participation
Context
By 1994, KMFDM was established as a key player in the industrial scene following their 1993 breakthrough album 'Angst'. 'Sin Sex & Salvation' marked a pivotal moment as it was their first release after signing to a major label, Reprise Records, which expanded their reach to a wider audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Beatsteaks· Guano Apes· Deus· Tokio Hotel· Beck· Bela B· Reamonn· U2

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Secret Skin Standout 3:39
  • 2 Fuck Me Standout 3:49
  • 3 Rape Robbery & Violence Standout 5:42
  • 4 Fuck Me Hoghunter 4:10
  • 5 Secret Sin (Sex & Salvation) 5:34

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