Weapon
Skinny Puppy · 2013
43 min · 10 tracks · industrial music · industrial rock · electro-industrial
A cacophony of distorted electronics and haunting vocals, exploring themes of warfare and existential dread.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening haunting atmosphere for introspection explorative soundscapes with tension
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Weapon' marked Skinny Puppy's first studio album in six years, following their 2007 effort 'Mythmaker'. The band was at a pivotal moment, reestablishing their relevance in the electro-industrial scene after a long hiatus, demonstrating both continuity and evolution in their sound.
- If you like
- industrial music, industrial rock, electro-industrial
Weapon is an album by Skinny Puppy, released in 2013. A cacophony of distorted electronics and haunting vocals, exploring themes of warfare and existential dread. 'Weapon' received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Electronic Album, showcasing the band's sustained influence in the genre. The album's exploration of political themes resonated with contemporary issues, further solidifying Skinny Puppy's role as a cultural commentator through music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weapon sound like?
A cacophony of distorted electronics and haunting vocals, exploring themes of warfare and existential dread. Rooted in industrial music and industrial rock.
What makes Weapon by Skinny Puppy notable?
'Weapon' received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Electronic Album, showcasing the band's sustained influence in the genre. The album's exploration of political themes resonated with contemporary issues, further solidifying Skinny Puppy's role as a cultural commentator through music. Released in 2013, 'Weapon' marked Skinny Puppy's first studio album in six years, following their 2007 effort 'Mythmaker'. The band was at a pivotal moment, reestablishing their relevance in the electro-industrial scene after a long hiatus, demonstrating both continuity and evolution in their sound.
Who is Weapon for?
Weapon works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, haunting atmosphere for introspection and explorative soundscapes with tension.
How many songs are on Weapon?
Weapon has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 wornin' Standout 4:42
- 2 illisiT Standout 3:58
- 3 saLvo 3:45
- 4 gLowbeL 3:15
- 5 solvent 4:37
- 6 paragUn 4:52
- 7 survivalisto Standout 4:51
- 8 tsudanama 5:53
- 9 plasiCage 3:13
- 10 terminal 4:01
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
43 min 7 sec
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