This is a genre that has been long associated with industrial but not many see it that way. It is and so it shall be covered in I.A.

On a second note, I.A. is expanding and is now on Myspace! So fellow readers and lovers of industrial why not put a picture to all those comments and add I.A. to your Myspace! You can catch it here at: Industrial Addiction Myspace. I look forward to seeing everyone there!

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The benefit from industrial being political is that there are some issues that can be addressed and it will be more accepted then if someone just shot off their mouth, stating their views. So when a fan of a band throws together a video to a song, a powerful message can be sent out. Mind you this message is only an opinion of one person and not everyone. Nevertheless, that one opinion seems to gain more structure, power, depth, and reasoning behind it from the lyrics of a selected song.

One reason why I am sharing this with you is because I have found a perfect example of what I am talking about. This message is a fan made video that they believe is fitting for the song by one of their favorite bands; Suicide Commando.

The song name is “One Nation Under God”. In order to understand this video a bit better keep in mind of the bass hit. Watch the video and see how, when, and what happens when the bass does hit during the song. Remember the song name throughout the movie as you watch what is being displayed.

This is just one way to help understand what Industrial music is all about and what it can represent as well as what it is not; even more so, what it is against. Enjoy the eye candy. I will have more next Tuesday and remember if you find a video that you would like to share on I.A. feel free to send me an email! I love hearing for you!

As Always, Here is A Fix.

== Suicide Commando – One Nation Under God ==

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Well now this is a new band overall, but their sound gives off a presence that far exceeds their reputation. It is comprised of Vo1d and Trav15. Not much is known from this upstart band, but much can be expected from it. Their Dark Wave and Electronica sounds give an eerie tone to the listener. The Orgy sounding song of Physical Body Projection is just one song that can give a slight hint to who their artists of inspiration are. A band with this type of talent hasn’t been heard since the days of oGhr and rumor has it, since the days of Skinny Puppy. The band is a skew of Metal/Dark Wave/Electronica and is comprised very well. Margin Of Error’s song Frustration caught my ears immediately after the first tune blazed through my speakers. At this point I can say Combichrist was an influence as well. It shows and it couldn’t have been presented any better.

Trav15’s artwork only adds to the beginners feel and sex appeal, though he considers his art to be “Dangerous Artwork”. The stunning visuals on the upcoming cover for the CD, their official website, and promo work is comprised solely by Trav15. Being a Graphic Artist and long time lover for that which is different, Trav15, I tip my hat to you.

Margin of Error is summed up by the words for the artists:

Margin of Error
-Est. 2thousand2-
“Margin of Error is a creative canvas that we have chosen to display our thought pattern. Our conceptual continuity incorporates the three dimensions that we have proven most effective. The circles represent our sound, visuals and the reaction to them. Three provides the creativity needed in what we have coined “connecting the circle of medias.” We are succeeding in creating something unique and stimulating to many different human minds.”

The band plans to release their 1 hour of eargasmic pleasure album”Destroy. Create. Repeat.”, In the fall of 2007. A specific date has not been set but what has is they are coming out with this album whether they have a label backing or not.

Rock on Mates. As Always, Here is A Fix.

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This band is its own world. Their website Mindinabox.com not only shows that with just a glance at the homepage, but their music is something that is not for the simple of mind. Mainly classified as Synth-Pop blended with Dark Wave and Electronica. Wonder if this band ever runs out of plugs for their equipment. BA DUN CHING.

Any who, their sound is phenomenal, for a lack of a better word since they have not only created boot stomping, body shaking, dance till you collapse music for the clubs and personal enjoyment in the car, but for video games. Their site lists all the games they have composed music for as well as which albums they can be heard on. A few of the games they have musically blessed are: Crackdown and Project Gotham Racing, along with other CD Contemplations.

The band has been around since 2004 and started their career off with the record labels floor; their debut album left producers speechless. This years’ month of September 25th, promises to bring about the bands third and highly anticipated album Crossroads. The rumor about this album is said that it expands on the previous album Dreamweb. The album will also take the story that has being told through out the last two albums and give it a 65 minute twist for both his and her pleasure.

The 13 song tracklist is accompanied with a surprise for all the listeners. Once obtained in any music store, the CD comes with a 24 page booklet and a “secret code” to unlock “bonus material” on their website. Wonder if I get a decoder ring, I ate the last one I had in my CrackerJack Box…

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“These things I know
Are reflections of myself
And you can’t call
Couldn’t do that to yourself
They say I’ll never heal
They say I’ll never feel again
And I believe them
I believe them

You’re waiting for your ship to come in
Like searching for the star you already watched fall
These things don’t happen twice

And if you never heal
If you never feel again
I won’t place the blame on you
I will take the shame my friend

These things I know
Will never speak a sound
This silent promise
Will be our only common ground”

These lyrics are so daunting at times if you really break them down. I admit I have always played a song or found one that I relate to everything that has been going on in my life, good or bad, industrial or not. (Industrial and the related genres like EBM, Power Noise, Gothic, Synthpop, Freezepop, etc, have always described me better.) I’m sure many of you do the same.

So people let’s go with today’s breakdown of the song. Well for one, you can tell that this song is for those tortured souls who just ended a recent relationship and still feel for the other. Great song to listen to for easing the mind from the breakup and will help cope with all that has happened.

I do believe it has a hidden power in the lyrics as well. I think that this song can be rather hateful if looked at in a different light. For instance,

“You’re waiting for your ship to come in
Like searching for the star you already watched fall
These things don’t happen twice..”

I think can basically tell a person off and leaves a message of “HA you messed up and lost something that was GREAT. Enjoy, jerk.” Then again that could just be me. If that’s the case, then what about this part of the song.

“These things I know
Will never speak a sound
This silent promise
Will be our only common ground…”

What’s this… a second meaning of hatefulness in the song?! Decay, you MUST be nuts! Perhaps but still, take a gander at what it could mean. It could be saying that even though the other person may not presently know or will never know that the other has taken the responsibility and placed all of the guilt of the break up on their shoulders, they will never say it to the other, but it leaves them with the last thing they will have in common; ignorance.

Not a very the best last thing to have in common when it comes to a break up but hey, it happens all the time in relationships.

Overall, this is a great song for moods of anger and sadness. If you are looking for a pick-me-up song, try listening to Zombie Girl or even Ayria. This song can be found on the 2005 release of ‘ Postscript. ‘

As Always, Here is A Fix.

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Industrial is comprised of many different forms. The most notable are, Synthpop, Darkwave, New Age, Gothic Rock (more or less), and by far EBM. They all have their links and similarities to mainstream music such as Pop, Rap, 80’s Rock, and Grunge/Punk styles. 

The big difference is the way they are all presented. The Industrial style of music is more complex in lyrics and in beat where as mainstream music isn’t. It’s all about image. Image sells and so does simplicity. Reason being is that the easier it is to listen to and look at, the less brainpower is needed to appreciate it.

Don’t get me wrong I’m not saying anything is wrong with the mainstream styles, but lately people are getting angry and have always wrinkled their nose to industrial. After all it’s easier to dance to a 6 minute repeating beat than it is to dance to one that changes through out the song.

Overall, everyone has their favorites and dislikes. The only thing I am addressing is just because industrial is harder to comprehend, it doesn’t make it shit music.

On a side note, Industrial also derived from Disco.

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