What makes With Teeth by Nine Inch Nails notable?

'With Teeth' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Nine Inch Nails' commercial viability in the mid-2000s. The lead single, 'The Hand That Feeds,' received significant radio play and was nominated for a Grammy Award, showcasing the album's impact on both mainstream rock and industrial music scenes. Released on April 27, 2005, 'With Teeth' marked Nine Inch Nails' return after a six-year hiatus following the critically acclaimed 'The Fragile.' The album signified a shift towards more polished production while retaining the band’s signature dark themes, reflecting Trent Reznor's personal struggles during this period.

Who is With Teeth for?

With Teeth works well if you're into visceral emotional intensity throughout, dynamic pacing with sharp contrasts and introspective moments of reflection.

How many songs are on With Teeth?

With Teeth has 15 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

With Teeth

Nine Inch Nails · 2005

64 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · ambient · industrial music

A visceral blend of industrial grit and introspective melodies, capturing a raw emotional landscape.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

visceral emotional intensity throughout
dynamic pacing with sharp contrasts
introspective moments of reflection
cathartic release in crescendos

Maybe skip if you want

prefer light, upbeat sounds
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Themes: monotony of modern life· social conformity critique· personal struggle reflection
Career context: Released on April 27, 2005, 'With Teeth' marked Nine Inch Nails' return after a six-year hiatus following the critically acclaimed 'The Fragile.' The album signified a shift towards more polished production while retaining the band’s signature dark themes, reflecting Trent Reznor's personal struggles during this period.
Stylistic neighbors: Marilyn Manson· Ministry· Skinny Puppy
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The Golden Age of Grotesque by Marilyn Manson — Combines industrial elements with a critique of modern society, echoing dark themes and raw emotionality.