What makes Stored Images by Suicide Commando notable?

The album gained significant attention within the industrial music community, cementing Suicide Commando's reputation as pioneers of the electro-industrial genre. Its controversial themes and bold sound led to a cult following and inspired many artists in the genre during the mid-90s. Released in 1995, Stored Images was Suicide Commando's debut album, marking their entry into the electro-industrial scene. At this point, the project was spearheaded by Johan Van Roy, who was beginning to establish a distinct sound characterized by aggressive rhythms and provocative themes.

Who is Stored Images for?

Stored Images works well if you're into wave-like dynamics with peaks, haunting atmosphere for deep focus and unsettling soundscapes for introspection.

How many songs are on Stored Images?

Stored Images has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Stored Images

Suicide Commando · 1995

50 min · 11 tracks · electro-industrial

Aggressive beats and harsh vocals create a relentless sonic assault that defines the dark electro-industrial landscape of the mid-90s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Murder — The opening track sets a confrontational tone with its driving beat and disturbing lyrics, establishing the album's dark aesthetic from the outset.
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Dying Inside — This track showcases a blend of melodic undertones against harsh vocals, highlighting the emotional depth often found in the band's work.
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T.V.-Obsession — A critical commentary on media consumption, this track's catchy hook juxtaposes its darker lyrical themes, exemplifying Suicide Commando's knack for blending pop sensibilities with industrial grit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like dynamics with peaks
haunting atmosphere for deep focus
unsettling soundscapes for introspection
dark themes for emotional release

Maybe skip if you

seeking light-hearted energy
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Suicide Commando's reputation in the electro-industrial scene.
Career context: Released in 1995, Stored Images was Suicide Commando's debut album, marking their entry into the electro-industrial scene. At this point, the project was spearheaded by Johan Van Roy, who was beginning to establish a distinct sound characterized by aggressive rhythms and provocative themes.
Stylistic neighbors: Front Line Assembly· Skinny Puppy· Assemblage 23