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Released 30 years ago

Wrecked

Pig · 1996

56 min · 10 tracks · industrial metal

A raw and abrasive fusion of industrial metal and electronic elements, creating an unrelenting sonic landscape that challenges the listener.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Wrecked — The title track encapsulates the album's chaotic energy, blending distorted vocals with pounding rhythms that set the tone for the entire record.
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    No One Gets Out of Her Alive — This track features haunting melodies paired with dark themes, showcasing Pig's ability to combine melody with intensity, making it a standout moment on the album.
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    Everything — The shorter, punchier arrangement of this track highlights Pig's knack for crafting memorable hooks within an industrial framework, illustrating their range.
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    The Only Good One's a Dead One — With its provocative title and relentless beat, this track serves as a commentary on societal issues, reflecting Pig's lyrical depth amidst their abrasive sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • aggressive rhythms for high energy
  • haunting vocals for introspective moments
  • long tracks for immersive experience
  • cathartic release through intensity
  • dynamic shifts in emotional tone

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of lighthearted tunes
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Wrecked' was released in 1996, Pig was solidifying its presence in the electro-industrial scene after gaining attention with earlier works. This album followed their 1994 release 'The Swining', showcasing a deeper exploration of heavy themes and darker soundscapes that would define their style.
Stylistic neighbors
Ministry· Nine Inch Nails· KMFDM

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • No One Gets Out of Her Alive

    The bridge features a shift in perspective that directly confronts the listener about mortality and survival in a chilling manner.

    This direct address challenges listeners to reflect on their own vulnerabilities, heightening the track's emotional impact.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wrecked 7:18
  • 2 No One Gets Out of Her Alive 5:52
  • 3 Everything 3:43
  • 4 Contempt 4:31
  • 5 Save Me 4:51
  • 6 The Only Good One's a Dead One 5:40
  • 7 Blades (Slash mix) 6:10
  • 8 Find It Fuck It Forget It (Sump mix) 4:42
  • 9 Sanctuary (Spent Sperm mix) 7:30
  • 10 Silt 6:35

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