The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste
Ministry · 1989
50 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal · industrial metal
Aggressive industrial metal collides with thrash influences, creating an unrelenting soundscape of chaos and disillusionment.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intense emotional catharsis long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on November 14, 1989, 'The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste' marked Ministry's fourth studio album and solidified their transition into the industrial metal genre. Following the breakthrough success of 'The Land of Rape and Honey', this album further pushed the boundaries of heavy music, showcasing their signature aggressive sound while incorporating more complex arrangements and themes.
- If you like
- thrash metal, industrial metal
The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste is an album by Ministry, released in 1989. Aggressive industrial metal collides with thrash influences, creating an unrelenting soundscape of chaos and disillusionment. This album is significant for its critical acclaim, appearing in various 'Best of' lists and helping cement Ministry's influence in the industrial metal scene. It also reached No. 11 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its impact on both the alternative and heavy metal landscapes during the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste sound like?
Aggressive industrial metal collides with thrash influences, creating an unrelenting soundscape of chaos and disillusionment. Rooted in thrash metal and industrial metal.
What makes The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste by Ministry notable?
This album is significant for its critical acclaim, appearing in various 'Best of' lists and helping cement Ministry's influence in the industrial metal scene. It also reached No. 11 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its impact on both the alternative and heavy metal landscapes during the late '80s. Released on November 14, 1989, 'The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste' marked Ministry's fourth studio album and solidified their transition into the industrial metal genre. Following the breakthrough success of 'The Land of Rape and Honey', this album further pushed the boundaries of heavy music, showcasing their signature aggressive sound while incorporating more complex arrangements and themes.
Who is The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste for?
The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste works well if you're into intense emotional catharsis, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste?
The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste has 9 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Thieves Standout 5:02
- 2 Burning Inside Standout 5:20
- 3 Never Believe 4:59
- 4 Cannibal Song 6:10
- 5 Breathe 5:40
- 6 So What Standout 8:13
- 7 Test 6:04
- 8 Faith Collapsing 4:01
- 9 Dream Song 4:48
Release Date
November 14, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
50 min 19 sec
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