Sirens (Ultradrug – Thee Sequel)
Genesis P-Orridge · 1995
59 min · 7 tracks · electronic music
A haunting blend of industrial textures and experimental beats creates an immersive soundscape that challenges conventional listening experiences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stargods — The opening track sets the tone with ethereal vocals layered over pulsating rhythms, establishing a meditative yet unsettling atmosphere that defines the album.
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Re‐United (mix 3) — This version showcases an intricate blend of noise and melody, illustrating P-Orridge's skill in creating tension through dynamic shifts and textural complexity.
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Sirens — The title track culminates the album’s themes with haunting melodies and evocative lyrics that reflect P-Orridge's ongoing exploration of the self and otherness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's experimental textures and varied mixes create a unique listening experience that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered industrial sounds, creating a dense and immersive atmosphere throughout its tracks.
- The final track, 'Sirens', introduces more melodic elements, contrasting with the harsher tones of earlier pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- haunting textures that provoke thought
- patient explorations of sonic landscapes
- extended tracks for meditative listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek catchy, upbeat tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Sirens (Ultradrug – Thee Sequel)' was released in 1995, Genesis P-Orridge had already established a reputation as a pioneering figure in avant-garde and industrial music. This album followed their previous work, showcasing an evolution in their sound while continuing to explore themes of identity and transformation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Throbbing Gristle· Cabaret Voltaire· SPK
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sirens
A climactic moment where the lyrics shift from introspective musings to a direct confrontation with external forces.
This transition emphasizes a struggle between internal identity and external perception, highlighting P-Orridge’s lyrical depth and thematic focus.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stargods 6:08
- 2 Skreemer 11:52
- 3 Re‐United (mix 1) 5:52
- 4 Re‐United (mix 2) 5:56
- 5 Re‐United (mix 3) 11:21
- 6 Re‐United (mix 4) 11:49
- 7 Sirens 6:45
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