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Ultimate Rarest Trax! 1981-1983

Ultimate Rarest Trax! 1981-1983

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl

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  • Released Date: 17 May 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

MINISTRY's Ultimate Rarest Trax! 1981-1983 is a delightful romp through the early years of this iconic industrial band. Packed full of raw energy and experimental sounds, this collection showcases the evolution of MINISTRY from their humble beginnings to the chart-topping behemoths they would become.

From the frenetic opener "Dirt Dance" to the haunting closer "Cold Life (Instrumental Mix)," each track on this album is a testament to the band's fearless approach to music-making. The blend of punk, synth-pop, and industrial elements creates a sonic landscape that is both familiar and wholly unique.

Listening to Ultimate Rarest Trax! 1981-1983 is like taking a trip back in time to the smoky clubs and dingy basements where MINISTRY cut their teeth. The rawness of the production only adds to the charm, giving each song a sense of urgency and immediacy that is often lacking in modern music.

So dust off your leather jacket, crank up the volume, and let MINISTRY take you on a journey through the past. Ultimate Rarest Trax! 1981-1983 is a must-have for any fan of the band, and a fascinating glimpse into the early days of one of industrial music's most influential acts.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. She's Got a Cause (Live 31st December, 1981 - First Show)
2. I'm Falling (Live at Misfits Chicago, 12th March 1982)
3. Overkill (Live at Misfits Chicago, 12th March 1982)
4. Cold Life (Live at Misfits Chicago, 12th March 1982)
5. What He Say
6. Here We Go
7. Say You're Sorry


Disc: 2
1. Hardman (Live at the L.A. Palladium, 1983)


Disc: 1
8. Revenge (Live at the L.A. Palladium, 1983)


Disc: 2
2. Anything for You (Original 4-track Demo)
3. Work for Love (1982 Demo)
4. I Wanted to Tell Her (1982 Demo)
5. She's Got a Cause (1982 Demo)
6. Revenge (1982 Demo)
7. I'll Do Anything for You
8. Where Are You at Now?

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Ministry

MINISTRY Profile: Hailing from the windy city of Chicago, MINISTRY burst onto the industrial music scene in the early 1980s with their hard-hitting blend of metal, punk, and electronic sounds. Led by the enigmatic frontman Al Jourgensen, this band has been churning out anthems of rebellion and dissent for over four decades. With a sound that's as heavy as it is politically charged, MINISTRY have become icons of the underground music scene, inspiring legions of fans to headbang and mosh their way through the chaos of the modern world. Their groundbreaking albums such as "The Land of Rape and Honey" and "Psalm 69: The Way to Succeed and the Way to Suck Eggs" have solidified their place in the pantheon of industrial music legends. Renowned for their wild live performances and unapologetically confrontational lyrics, MINISTRY have never been ones to shy away from controversy. Whether they're railing against the government, the media, or just society in general, their music is a powerful rallying cry for those who refuse to be silenced. From their early days as a synth-pop outfit to their current status as godfathers of industrial metal, MINISTRY have consistently pushed the boundaries of what it means to be a band. With their latest album "AmeriKKKant" continuing to provoke and inspire, it's clear that MINISTRY shows no signs of slowing down. So crank up the volume, throw up those horns, and let MINISTRY's sonic assault carry you away on a non-stop ride to the edge of reason.

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