Top tracks — play these first
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Pratheism — This track stands out for its provocative exploration of belief systems, blending haunting vocals with mechanical beats that evoke a sense of existential dread.
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Warm Leatherette — A cover of the classic track, this version highlights Thirlwell's ability to reinterpret existing material through a gritty lens, adding layers of intensity and urgency.
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Danger Global Warming (JG Thirlwell remix) — This remix encapsulates the album's themes of environmental crisis through pulsating rhythms and stark soundscapes, reinforcing Thirlwell's commentary on contemporary issues.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- chaotic energy for late nights
- intense focus on sonic details
- unexpected twists and turns
- short bursts of frenetic pace
Maybe skip if you
- prefer predictable song structures
- seek soothing background sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Soak' was released in 2013, Foetus, led by J.G. Thirlwell, had already established a cult following since the 1980s. This album came eight years after 'Love', marking a period of renewed creativity and experimentation for Thirlwell as he continued to push the boundaries of genre and sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Ministry· Skinny Puppy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red and Black and Gray and White 2:46
- 2 Pratheism 5:29
- 3 Alabaster 3:15
- 4 Warm Leatherette 3:20
- 5 Kamikaze 6:16
- 6 Halloween / Turbulence 3:13
- 7 La Rua Madureira 4:34
- 8 Danger Global Warming (JG Thirlwell remix) 5:39
- 9 Spat 5:52
- 10 Cosmetics (Secret Chiefs 3 remix) 8:16
- 11 Mesmerin 3:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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