Slavestate
Godflesh · 1991
58 min · 9 tracks · industrial metal · sludge metal
A relentless fusion of industrial noise and crushing metal that explores dystopian themes.
Why this album works
'Slavestate' is significant for its experimental take on industrial music, showcasing the band's ability to integrate heavy guitar riffs with electronic elements. The album received positive reviews and contributed to Godflesh’s reputation as innovators in a genre that would influence countless artists in the years to come.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of themes long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- By the time Godflesh released 'Slavestate' in January 1991, they were already recognized for their pioneering blend of industrial and metal. This album followed their critically acclaimed debut, 'Streetcleaner,' and further solidified their influence within the nascent industrial metal scene as they continued to evolve their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Marilyn Manson· Boris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slavestate Standout 3:58
- 2 Perfect Skin Standout 7:37
- 3 Someone Somewhere Scorned Standout 4:47
- 4 Meltdown 5:48
- 5 Slavestate (Radio Slave) 5:00
- 6 Slavestate (Total State mix) 8:29
- 7 Perfect Skin Dub 12:15
- 8 Slateman 5:56
- 9 Wound ’91 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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