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The Greater Wrong of the Right

Skinny Puppy · 2004

48 min · 10 tracks · industrial music

A visceral blend of harsh electronic textures and haunting vocals that confronts societal issues with raw intensity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I’mmortal — This opening track sets the tone with its aggressive beats and introspective lyrics about identity and existence, encapsulating the album's urgent themes.
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    Pro-Test — With its rallying cry against animal testing, this track exemplifies the band's commitment to social activism, combining political urgency with an infectious energy.
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    Neuwerld — This song features a dynamic blend of rhythmic complexity and haunting melodies, showcasing the band's ability to create an immersive soundscape that critiques modern society.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive electronic textures with haunting vocals, showcasing strong composition and craft.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that features aggressive beats and layered synths, setting a confrontational tone.
  • Vocals are often processed with effects, creating an eerie atmosphere that complements the harsh electronic soundscapes.
  • Several tracks incorporate samples and spoken word elements, adding depth to the lyrical themes of societal critique.
  • The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a relentless tempo while others slow down to create moments of tension.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • haunting vocals for introspection
  • consistent flow for deep dives
  • chaos for active engagement

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
The Greater Wrong of the Right is Skinny Puppy's first studio album after a seven-year hiatus, following 1996's The Process. Released in 2004, it marked a significant return for the band, showcasing their evolution while staying true to their industrial roots. This album also came during a time when the band was exploring new musical landscapes and addressing contemporary socio-political themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Ministry· Front Line Assembly· Nitzer Ebb

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Ghostman

    A moment arises where the narrative shifts from personal reflection to a broader commentary on societal disconnection.

    This transition not only deepens the emotional impact but also broadens the scope of criticism from individual experience to collective alienation.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’mmortal 4:16
  • 2 Pro-Test 5:28
  • 3 EmpTe 4:11
  • 4 Neuwerld 5:29
  • 5 Ghostman 4:55
  • 6 d0wnsizer 4:20
  • 7 Past Present 6:27
  • 8 Use Less 4:47
  • 9 Goneja 5:25
  • 10 DaddyuWarbash 3:18

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