Cleanse Fold and Manipulate
Skinny Puppy · 1987
42 min · 10 tracks · industrial music · industrial rock · electro-industrial
A disorienting blend of mechanical rhythms and haunting vocals that explores themes of addiction and despair.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Cleanse Fold and Manipulate' was Skinny Puppy's third studio album, solidifying their presence in the industrial music scene. Following the success of their previous album 'Mind: The Perpetual Intercourse', this record showcased a darker, more experimental sound that would influence many artists in the genres of electro-industrial and electronic body music.
- If you like
- industrial music, industrial rock, electro-industrial
Cleanse Fold and Manipulate is an album by Skinny Puppy, released in 1987. A disorienting blend of mechanical rhythms and haunting vocals that explores themes of addiction and despair. 'Cleanse Fold and Manipulate' is notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as a pivotal album in the evolution of industrial music. Its themes resonated deeply during the late 1980s, reflecting societal issues like addiction, while also achieving significant chart positions within niche markets. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cleanse Fold and Manipulate sound like?
A disorienting blend of mechanical rhythms and haunting vocals that explores themes of addiction and despair. Rooted in industrial music and industrial rock.
What makes Cleanse Fold and Manipulate by Skinny Puppy notable?
'Cleanse Fold and Manipulate' is notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as a pivotal album in the evolution of industrial music. Its themes resonated deeply during the late 1980s, reflecting societal issues like addiction, while also achieving significant chart positions within niche markets. Released in 1987, 'Cleanse Fold and Manipulate' was Skinny Puppy's third studio album, solidifying their presence in the industrial music scene. Following the success of their previous album 'Mind: The Perpetual Intercourse', this record showcased a darker, more experimental sound that would influence many artists in the genres of electro-industrial and electronic body music.
Who is Cleanse Fold and Manipulate for?
Cleanse Fold and Manipulate works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Cleanse Fold and Manipulate?
Cleanse Fold and Manipulate has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 First Aid 4:30
- 2 Addiction Standout 6:01
- 3 Shadow Cast 4:18
- 4 Draining Faces 5:12
- 5 The Mourn 2:41
- 6 Second Tooth 4:06
- 7 Tear or Beat Standout 4:42
- 8 Deep Down Trauma Hounds Standout 4:41
- 9 Anger 4:54
- 10 Epilogue 1:14
Release Date
January 1, 1987
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
42 min 21 sec
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