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Filter

Filter

industrial rock

United States Est. 1993

"With relentless rhythmic drive and jagged textures, their music churns forward like machinery in overdrive, creating a palpable sense of urgency interspersed with moments of haunting reflection."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Filter is…

Title of Record

Title of Record

1999
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Career Arc

Filter's discography from 1995 to 2025

1995 2010 2025
Short Bus (1995) Hey Man, Nice Shot (1995) (Can't You) Trip Like I D... (1997) Title of Record (1999) Welcome to the Fold (1999) Take a Picture (1999) The Amalgamut (2002) Where Do We Go from Here (2002) Anthems for the Damned (2008) Soldiers of Misfortune (2008) The Very Best Things (2009) The Trouble with Angels (2010) Gurney and the Burning Bo... (2013) What Do You Say (2013) Crazy Eyes (2016) The Algorithm (2023) Finger Eleven - Blue Sky... (2025)
Filter occupies a pivotal space in the industrial rock landscape, a genre that thrives on raw emotion and mechanical precision.
Filter occupies a pivotal space in the industrial rock landscape, a genre that thrives on raw emotion and mechanical precision. Their music serves as a mirror for societal angst and personal turmoil, pushing listeners to confront the darker aspects of human experience. By channeling existential dread and frustration into anthemic soundscapes, Filter has consistently resonated with those searching for catharsis in an increasingly chaotic world. The band’s approach is marked by a blend of gritty instrumentation and compelling electronic elements, forging a sound that feels both urgent and methodical. This tension between organic and synthetic sounds creates a sonic palette where emotional intensity is met with an almost clinical precision. Filter's ability to layer distorted guitars over pulsating beats invites listeners into a visceral experience, transforming abstract feelings into tangible sound. Lyrically, Filter often explores themes of isolation, addiction, and introspection. The songwriting balances irony and sincerity, weaving personal narratives with broader social commentary. This duality allows the lyrics to resonate on multiple levels, as they often reflect deep-seated pain while also engaging with universal truths about human struggles.

Full discography

Filter's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

17 releases • 9 albums • 1995–2025
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Finger Eleven - Blue Sky Mystery (featuring Filter) album by Filter

Finger Eleven - Blue Sky Mystery (featuring Filter)

2025

What Do You Say album by Filter

What Do You Say

2013

Soldiers of Misfortune album by Filter

Soldiers of Misfortune

2008

Where Do We Go from Here album by Filter

Where Do We Go from Here

2002

Welcome to the Fold album by Filter

Welcome to the Fold

1999

Take a Picture album by Filter

Take a Picture

1999

(Can't You) Trip Like I Do album by Filter

(Can't You) Trip Like I Do

1997

Hey Man, Nice Shot album by Filter

Hey Man, Nice Shot

1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Filter sound like?

With relentless rhythmic drive and jagged textures, their music churns forward like machinery in overdrive, creating a palpable sense of urgency interspersed with moments of haunting reflection. Rooted in industrial rock. Start with Title of Record.

What is the best Filter album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Title of Record" (1999). It's the most representative of what makes Filter worth hearing.

Who is Filter for?

If you're into industrial rock, Filter is worth your time. With relentless rhythmic drive and jagged textures, their music churns forward like machinery in overdrive, creating a palpable sense of urgency interspersed with moments of haunting reflection.

How many albums does Filter have?

Filter has 17 releases in their discography, including 9 albums.

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