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MET 1302LP
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"KMFDM has forged its own singular path over the course of 38+ years, refining and redefining the parameters of modern music, never missing the opportunity to address the social and political zeitgeist in brazen, belligerent, and boisterous fashion. Hyëna marks the 22nd studio album from the Ultra Heavy Beat, and what title could be more appropriate as the band laughs mockingly at the frayed and frantic state of world affairs. Driven by the vicious and virulent vocal onslaught of founder Sascha 'Käpt'n K' Konietzko and Lucia Cifarelli, the aural and angular guitar wizardry of Andee Blacksugar, and the forceful percussive thrust of Andy Selway, Hyëna blasts through the speakers with the force of a napalm airstrike. From the hip-thrusting rock and roll swagger of 'Black Hole,' the in-your-face industrial/rock of 'Liquor Fish And Cigarettes,' and the funky hip-hop overtones of 'Rock'n'roll Monster,' to the punky thrash metal fury of 'Blindface,' the sardonic blackgrass whimsy of 'Deluded Desperate Dangerous and Dumb,' and the irresistibly danceable electro of 'Hyëna' -- KMFDM remains as vital as ever, never afraid to assimilate any musical style, all the while keeping the lyrical talons sharpened and poised to strike against any and all injustice. Several members of the KMFDM family return to leave their indelible marks on Hyëna, like guitarist Jules Hodgson, rapper Andrew 'Ocelot' Lindsley, and Bruce Breckenfeld on the Hammond B3. On top of that, Sissy Misfit appears to add a decidedly venomous digital hardcore flavor to 'All Wrong - But Alright,' leaving Kumar Bent to close us out with the familiar yet fresh dub take on a KMFDM classic on 'In Dub We Trust.' Hyëna is a maniacal laugh in the face of maniacs who assume control, desperately trying to convince you that what you see, what you hear, what you read is not real -- don't you believe it! Nearly four decades on, KMFDM continues to keep it real for you as Hyëna proves to be among the group's leanest and meanest efforts, feeding fuel to the fury!"
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MET 1224CD
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"Since its formation in 1984, KMFDM has been regarded as one of the driving forces in industrial/rock. But the band has always incorporated elements of many musical styles to create its trademark ultra heavy beat. 2019's Paradise proved this, exhibiting the heaviest infusion of funk & dub sounds the since such landmark albums as 1988's UAIOE and 1990's Naïve. Now KMFDM takes things to the next level with In Dub, reinterpreting some of the group's best known songs of its 35 year career into a blistering display of chilled out grooves and spaced out atmospheres. The world is held in the tightening grip of sociopolitical upheaval, so it's fitting that Sascha 'Käpt'n K' Konietzko should reach back to KMFDM's earliest roots in dub to present a fresh take on what it truly means to 'Rip the System!' 'Everything old is new again,' sings Lucia Cifarelli on 'Real Dub Thing,' perfectly defining the power of IN DUB. Mosh pit anthems reimagined into meditative grooves, laden with horns, organs, and slithering bass lines as on 'A Dub Against War,' 'Hau Dub,' and the opening 'Dub Light.' Andrew 'Ocelot' Lindsley's incendiary rapping on 'K?M?F Dub' and Cifarelli's vicious, vivacious vocals shine 'Superhero Dub,' 'Amnesia Dub,' and especially on the in-your-face electrified sonic assault of 'Rebelz Dub.' Andee Blacksugar's guitar textures and angular solos give In Dub an extra dash of audio intrigue, making this KMFDM's most unique outing. With a long history of addressing political issues and encouraging social revolution In Dub proves that KMFDM remains as powerful a voice for rebellion as ever. Angry, hopeful, tranquil, energetic, In Dub is no mere remix album -- this is KMFDM looking to its original inspirations, making a pure, honest statement that the world no longer need be a paradise for assholes. 'Dub & reggae music has been one of the greatest & most constant musical influence to me, I have been nurturing the idea of making this album for so many years, & here we go!' --Sascha K."
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MET 1186LP
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"The ultra heavy beat returns! Blending techno innovation, punk snarl, metal aggression, Paradise is an impactful set of dance beats, crunching guitars, & the dual vocal attack of founder Sascha K. & Lucia Cifarelli. Paradise finds a focused, furious, fed-up KMFDM at its finest. Standout tracks such as K-M-F, Paradise, & Disturb The Peace stand as a bold declaration of purpose, a call to action."
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