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Remission

Skinny Puppy · 1984

39 min · 11 tracks · industrial music · industrial rock · electro-industrial

A dark, pulsating blend of industrial rhythms and haunting electronics that defies genre boundaries.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
Context
Released on December 1, 1984, 'Remission' is Skinny Puppy's debut EP, marking their entry into the nascent industrial music scene. At this point, the band was still developing their signature sound, which would later influence countless artists within electronic body music and industrial genres.
If you like
industrial music, industrial rock, electro-industrial

Remission is an EP by Skinny Puppy, released in 1984. A dark, pulsating blend of industrial rhythms and haunting electronics that defies genre boundaries. 'Remission' is significant for its role in establishing Skinny Puppy as pioneers of the electro-industrial movement. The EP's innovative sound and aesthetic earned it critical acclaim, leading to a lasting impact on both underground and mainstream music, particularly within the industrial landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Remission sound like?

A dark, pulsating blend of industrial rhythms and haunting electronics that defies genre boundaries. Rooted in industrial music and industrial rock.

What makes Remission by Skinny Puppy notable?

'Remission' is significant for its role in establishing Skinny Puppy as pioneers of the electro-industrial movement. The EP's innovative sound and aesthetic earned it critical acclaim, leading to a lasting impact on both underground and mainstream music, particularly within the industrial landscape. Released on December 1, 1984, 'Remission' is Skinny Puppy's debut EP, marking their entry into the nascent industrial music scene. At this point, the band was still developing their signature sound, which would later influence countless artists within electronic body music and industrial genres.

Who is Remission for?

Remission works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and builds.

How many songs are on Remission?

Remission has 11 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·39:41

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

  • 1 Smothered Hope Standout 5:14
  • 2 Glass Houses 3:21
  • 3 Incision 4:41
  • 4 Far Too Frail 3:43
  • 5 Film 2:51
  • 6 Manwhole 1:44
  • 7 Ice Breaker Standout 2:46
  • 8 Solvent Standout 4:38
  • 9 Sleeping Beast 6:01
  • 10 Glass Out 3:25
  • 11 ...Brap 1:13

Release Date

December 1, 1984

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

39 min 41 sec