About this album
Where they were
By 1999, Godflesh was transitioning from their earlier groundbreaking work to a more nuanced sound with 'Us and Them'. This album followed the duo's significant influence on industrial metal and sludge metal, building on the foundations laid by their previous release, 'Songs of Love and Hate' in 1996. The shift reflects both artistic maturity and an exploration of new themes.
Why it matters
'Us and Them' marked Godflesh's notable return after a three-year hiatus, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative soundscape. The album solidified their legacy in the industrial metal scene, influencing countless bands that followed. It also achieved respectable chart positions within niche markets, further establishing their importance in the genre.
Essential tracks
- "I, Me, Mine" — This opening track encapsulates the album's themes of isolation and self-reflection through its abrasive yet melodic instrumentation.
- "Witchhunt" — With its intense rhythm and powerful lyrics, 'Witchhunt' serves as a critique of societal paranoia and moral panic.
- "Control Freak" — 'Control Freak' highlights the band's signature blend of oppressive soundscapes and lyrical commentary on personal autonomy and societal control.
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
- 1 I, Me, Mine 5:21
- 2 Us and Them 5:57
- 3 Endgames 4:57
- 4 Witchhunt 5:11
- 5 Whose Truth Is Your Truth 5:04
- 6 Defiled 5:30
- 7 Bittersweet 4:34
- 8 Nail 4:10
- 9 Descent 5:38
- 10 Control Freak 5:38
- 11 The Internal 6:34
- 12 Live to Lose 5:40
