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Soul of a New Machine

Fear Factory · 1992

55 min · 17 tracks · death metal · industrial metal · groove metal

A punishing blend of industrial textures and death metal fury, driven by machine-like precision and dystopian themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with interludes
  • punishing intensity throughout journey
  • cathartic release of frustration
  • immersive experience for headphone listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, upbeat sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
'Soul of a New Machine' is Fear Factory's debut album, released in 1992 when the band was establishing its identity within the burgeoning industrial metal scene. This record came after their formation in 1989 and set the stage for their later works, showcasing a distinct fusion of aggressive metal with electronic influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Strapping Young Lad· Ministry· Static-X

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Martyr 4:05
  • 2 Leechmaster 3:54
  • 3 Scapegoat 4:33
  • 4 Crisis 3:45
  • 5 Crash Test 3:46
  • 6 Flesh Hold 2:31
  • 7 Lifeblind 3:51
  • 8 Scumgrief 4:07
  • 9 Natividad 1:04
  • 10 Big God / Raped Souls 2:38
  • 11 Arise Above Oppression 1:51
  • 12 Self Immolation 2:46
  • 13 Suffer Age 3:40
  • 14 W.O.E. 2:33
  • 15 Desecrate 2:35
  • 16 Escape Confusion 3:58
  • 17 Manipulation 3:29

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