Released: 1995
Genre: Rock
Styles: Alternative Metal, Industrial Metal, Heavy Metal, Death Metal/Black Metal
Number Of Tracks: 11
Demanufacture may sound somewhat generic today in the wake of the myriad alternative metal bands that took cues from it.
Demanufacture
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unregistered, on october 16, 2004 2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sound: I heard that this album took a long time. Well they obviously didn't waste a minute because this is one of the best, maybe the best metal album of the 90's. after unleashing their debut 'Soul Of A New Machine' which had a very death metal edge to it, they came about and created a record that flourishes with originality and oozes raw power without sounding mono. From the opening sequence of machinery to the absolutely titanic riff of Demanufacture. (It came 19th in total guitar's top 20 heaviest riffs). Then into self bias resistor's melodic vocal/thundering double bass combo. Track 4 brings us replica, which is by far the catchiest song on the album. The aural pleasure/raping conitinues straight through this album, with tracks like the vulgar 'Pisschrist' and the lighter (not light may I add) 'Dog Day Sunrise' and the powerful 'H-k Hunter Killer' this is the soundtrack to robots taking over the world. Genius. // 10
Lyrics and Singing: As I mentioned in my review of obsolete, Burton C. bell in my opinion has one of the best voices in the indsustry. As well as one of the most versatile. Displaying such range in 'Self Bias Resistor', repeatedly switching his vocal styles. Lyrically the whole thing is very downbeat, but at times retrospective. Only one rating fits it. // 10
Impression: This is one of my favourite albums. This easily stands up to it's rivals and in a lot of cases beats. This is their best album, closely followed by their new 'Archetype' album. The thing I like about this album is its polished tone, which isn't as easily accomplishable using 7-string guitars. As well as this band boasting the best vocalicst and drummer around. If you haven't got it, buy it, if you lose it, buy it again. // 10
Demanufacture
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SOAD_fan18, on february 13, 2009 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: Initially, upon hearing the album I thought it'd be one that I'd skip through until I found one I liked, however as soon as the bass hammered in on the title track I knew it'd be great. It's yet again an example of how Fear Factory manage to sound like a single instrument throughout their songs. Apparently, this is a concept album but sadly I didn't really get that. The bonus CD, Remanufacture, was an absolute delight to listen to, completely incongruous with Fear Factory's sound, as it was more of a gabber album than a metal remix album. Still brilliant though. You are always aware of the noises of industry in the album, and although it's pretty much the same three or four sounds within each song it still feels different. The ringy sound of the guitar is fantastic and we're reminded how great Dino Cazares is, as it complements Raymond Herrera's fantastic drumming. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: Very anti-establishment, angsty lyrics, you can't help but to cringe at lines like "I got no more god-damned regrets, I got no more god-damned respect" but still very good lyrics in general. Burton's almost operatic clean vocals sound good in every context on the album, however the harsh vocals on tracks like Your Mistake are a bit substandard compared with other fear factory albums. Burton still has a fantastic voice throughout the album though. // 8
Impression: Probably my favourite album of all time, I'm very happy with it. Standout tracks from the album are Self Bias Resistor, Replica, and Zero Signal. If you get the Remanufacture CD, best tracks on this are 21st Century Jesus, Genetic Blueprint and Machines Of Hate. I can't say anything on this album actually irks me and I could happily listen to it over, and over, and over, and over again. I reckon if I had downloaded this album bbeforehand, I still would have bought it as Fear Factory deserve money for this masterpiece. // 10
The first time I heard Fear Factory was one of the first, and only times I was wowed by that digital sounding double foot, tight low riffing, intense, grungey growling, and aggresive lyrics.
Meshuggah, Gojira, Strapping Young Lad, New Order, Porcupine Tree, Slipknot, Tool and Mudvayne were a few other bands that gave that similar feeling. That feeling that you've just found something extra special in the world of double bass.
I gotta' tell ya', I can't stand listening to Fear Factory for more than a few tracks after seeing them live. They were pretty bad when I saw them last year (or the year before? It's late, and I can't get my shows straight right now), so I DL'ed some concert videos, just to see if I caught them on a bad night. Nope, they just stink live. Burton C. Bell, especially, relies far too much on digital effects to make his voice sound good live, and that knowledge just kills the album for me. Same goes with Nightwish, at least the less operatic tunes.
Goldfish mentioned Porcupine Tree - now THERE is a heavy, synchopated band that sounds great live.
I guess I just can't get behind bands that can't actually play their own songs.
Easily Fear Factory's best album imo. Reading this review has inspired to play this CD for the first time in many years. Ahhh, memories. Id forgotten how good Ray Herrera is!!! The chorus of H-K. Damn!
Yeah man, they blow. Gigantour was so bad with them, even the DVD makers couldnt help his voice. When they did the Dimebag tribute he totally ruined it! faaack...
Fear Factory was one of my favorite bands and this album is a milestone of metal music, too bad they turned into a funny and shallow band with no innovation...
They were the innovator but now they are the imitator "
This album was recorded using 6 string guitars. 7 Strings were uused on Obsolete.
no it was recorded with 7 string. Obsolete was the first time Dino tuned down to A. on the albums before it he was tuned to B straight, standard tuning for a 7 string
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