Industrial
Noah’s Barks pages relating to the industrial music genre. Combine with other tags for subgenres, e.g. “industrial+metal,” “industrial+rock.”
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Killing Joke – “Democracy”
‘Democracy’ isn’t as good as the two Killing Joke albums it’s between. However, it’s high-quality and consistent enough to be worthwhile. (read more)
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Killing Joke – “The Singles Collection 1979-2012” (2013)
‘The Singles Collection’ is probably the best introduction to Killing Joke but falls short of providing enough value for existing fans. (read more)
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Killing Joke – “Hosannas From the Basements of Hell” (2006)
At release, Hosannas From the Basements of Hell is the heaviest album Killing Joke (KJ) have ever released, which is quite an accomplishment considering what came before it. Both albums vie to be my favorite by the band. Still, Hosannas From the Basements of Hell definitely sounds different from any other KJ album. Apparently, the… (read more)
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Killing Joke – “Killing Joke” (2003)
Killing Joke 2003 is one of the most aggressive, genuinely angry albums I’ve ever heard. Very cathartic. When I’m in a shitty and pissed off mood, I find it difficult to enjoy music. But rarely, this and Big Black still work for me. For all its fury, Killing Joke is the world’s loudest pop rock album and… (read more)
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Killing Joke – “Pandemonium”
Pandemonium is the true start of Killing Joke‘s second (and my preferred) phase. Going from their post-punk roots to fully embracing what had become of the industrial rock sound they pioneered, Killing Joke finally sound ironically at peace again being able to rock out harder than they have since their debut. The fun ’80s new… (read more)