Just when all hope seemed gone, the infamous Nivek Ogre and cEvin Key finally got back together to make some more music magic. Unfortunately, this album really split the fanbase. Some people were able to dig it (lol pun), whereas others were saddened by the new direction SP had taken. The sound here is very little like, say, Too Dark Park or Mind: The Perpetual Intercourse. The electronic beats here are a lot crisper and clean than older Puppy. In fact, some songs, such as "I'mmortal" and "Pro-Test" seem to have a little pop in them. That's not to say that this isn't the SP we all know in love. Not at all. It still has the classic sound to it, it's just... different. I really like this album. I can't really compare it to Too Dark Park, for it is very different. It's apples and oranges, ya know? But seriously, this is a good album, as can only be delivered by Skinny Puppy.

NOTE: Sorry for not delivering the goods in so long, life gets busy sometimes. But I will try to upload again in the next 2 days so that we can get on a more regular schedule. Sorry folks :^(

http://www.mediafire.com/?q5zzcbd3m53

Gojira - From Mars To Sirius

In the metal genre, we hear a lot of bands that sound the same. That is not so with Gojira. Gojira does not compromise heaviness for it's creativity, however. The guitars are heavy, the vocals are harsh (but not in that generic cookie monster way. It's more of a harsh yell then a growl), and the drums utilize the infamous double bass. But damn, these guys can shred. And their lyrical content isn't your average slog of death and anti-Christian overtones. Songs like Global Warming and Flying Whales show a slightly more different approach to lyrics than many other metal bands. And the song Backbone... Damn, man. Good shit. To be short, Gojira injects the much needed creativity into the metal genre, and sacrifices nothing for it. A must have album for metal fans.

ALSO: I am sorry about the YT link in the Slaves On Dope album. It has been remedied with the actual Mediafire link. Please enjoy :>

http://www.mediafire.com/?4kgztmmwzw4

We Now Have Forums!

Join us at our forum at: The Nook Music Forums for discussion on music we have uploaded, what you want us to upload, for general music discussion, or for discussion of anything else!

Join and enjoy!

ohGr - Welt

Some of you may be familiar with the name ohGr. It's actually Nivek Ogre from the band Skinny Puppy. In his solo project, he creates sublime electronic music that isn't necessarily industrial. The music is generally upbeat and even danceable at times, and the lyrics aren't really that distorted. The singles, Cracker and Pore, seem to stand out as the best songs on the album, but to be honest, there isn't really any down time here. If you're looking for very well done electro-industrial, look no further. ohGr is here.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mj3muw2mhze

Slaves On Dope - Inches From The Mainline

Slaves On Dope is kind of hard to classify, but none the less very good. I guess Nu Metal would be the proper classification. The music is hard and energetic. The vocals are often either pure speaking or pure screaming. The lyrics aren't the deepest around, but that's fine. Vulgar and offensive, lyrics like "fuck you, fucker" and songs like "Bitch Slap" show what this band is about. Don't expect to listen to SOD and get your regular hard rock. Expect angsty screaming and thrashing. That's not to say that this group isn't good. In fact, I like them a lot. Anyway, enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?g2fomnmd144

Front Line Assembly - Civilization

This is the first Front Line Assembly I've ever had, and is one of the best. Here, we can here Bill Leeb's over 20 years of experience come together and create a masterpiece. The first two tracks, Psychosomatic and Maniacal, are classic dancefloor stompers in the classic FLA style. The rest, however, show a deeper, more involved approach. The songs are more, well, ambient (lacking a better word). Tracks such as the title track and Transmitter are amazingly well put together songs that aim for someone other than the average industrial dance club attendee. They are masterful works of art (yeah I know I'm sucking a lot of dick here). That' s all I can say it is. Definitely an album for your industrial or electronica listener.

http://www.mediafire.com/?0iywzmcnnm1

Mindless Self Indulgence - Straight To Video: The Remixes

If you liked the You'll Rebel To Anything album, I have a little treat for you. Here you can get the remixes of the song Straight To Video, done by such prominent industrial artists as Front Line Assembly, Assemblage 23, The Birthday Massacre, and Velvet Acid Christ. 15 versions of STV are here, as well as 2 additional ones, the instrumental version as well as a vocal only. A nice addition to any Mindless Self Indulgence fan.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ylwokundybm

:Wumpscut: - Embryodead

Embryodead is perhaps the pinnacle of :Wumpscut:'s career, or at least it is in my opinion. On this disc we see Rudy Ratzinger's masterful industrial prowess, from the dancefloor stompers such as War (my personal favorite :W: song, ever) and the title track, and we see (or should I say hear) his ability to make slower songs as well, as seen from Stillborn and Angel. If you are a fan of :W: but are missing this album, shame on you! Embryodead is an amazing work of industrial, and a must have for any self-proclaimed industrial maniac.

http://www.mediafire.com/?iwjzdtmtwyz

Mindless Self Indulgence - You'll Rebel To Anything

You'll Rebel To Anything was my first Mindless Self Indulgence album, and has remained in heavy rotation for me, along with almost any other MSI album. It's truly great stuff. Though classified as 'Shock Rock', I really don't find them very shocking (if you want shocking, check out Alien Vampires. With songs like 'I Fuck Nuns' and 'Fuck You We're Dead', they're a bit more in the shocking field. If you can understand what they say), but I still really like their sound. Very lighthearted in their lyrical content (under educated/over caffeinated/I just masturbated), one doesn't have to worry about them being to serious. The music itself is like a combination of hard rock with punk influences combined with dancey synthesizer sounds, creating one of the most fun listens I've ever had. Highlights include 'Straight To Video' and 'Stupid MF', but all the songs here are really really good.

http://www.mediafire.com/?wzdyzmkztn3

[Distatix] - Medication

[Distatix] is something that is not for the weak-hearted. This is industrial dance music in the most pure of forms. Driving beats, soaring synths, and harsh vocals make up an extremely hardcore experience. It's kind of like a swarm of angry-ass robots coming to fuck you up through your earphones. Songs like Medication, which is nothing more than a list of drugs to a dance beat, to Disappear, a sad but no less hardcore song. Don't download unless you really want music to fight and drive to, because [D] is perfect for that. You won't regret this, for sure.

http://www.mediafire.com/?0jkyzwkzwmu

Funker Vogt - Navigator

Let me first say that if you don't have Navigator, you aren't a true fan of dance industrial. This album features some of Funker Vogt's best songs, including Stronghold, No Tomorrow (for you, Shadz), and House of Sorrows. The music here is high octane dance music, for sure. The synths are lined up perfectly with the driving base. The vocals are surprisingly not very distorted, unlike some of their previous works, i.e. Thanks For Nothing, but it sounds better with the music anyway, so don't be disappointed. The album wraps up with two all-German songs, Fur Dich and Vorwarts. Fur Dich is a very gentle, melodic song, whereas Vorwarts seems to be the most intense song on the album. Seriously, download this. You'll be dancing all night.

http://www.mediafire.com/?4bmombslmpt

Skinny Puppy - Mind: The Perpetual Intercourse

Many people consider Too Dark Park to be Skinny Puppy's top achievement. I, however, disagree. Mind: The Perpetual Intercourse puts forth plenty of dark, grinding bass and disturbing synths, in a fashion that is like no other. The music here is just very dark, and has an experimental feel to it. Don't expect some super synthesized dance music, not from Mind. Instead, expect extremely dark music with the ambient screams of Ohgr. This is also a landmark album in the historical sense, as well. This was the first album in which Ohgr did vocals, which had been done previously by Bill Leeb. Sound familiar? Leeb is the lead man for Front Line Assembly. Any band that has been associated directly to FLA can't be bad, right? Well, give it a shot.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nwnq5xdxg7g

Rap Compendium Vol. 1

Well I'm not really suppose to do this, but I haven't posted in forever, so I figure I'll give everyone something a little special. And while I probably won't do this again, I don't know how constantly I'll update, so I'm leaving room for Vol. 2 if need be.

First up, is the one of the newer pretty boys getting a lot of attention. I present Chris Brown's "Exclusive"

Now Chris Brown's "Exclusive" is a great blend of fast, energetic rap as well as some good slow songs to take to the bedroom, and his voice is soft, a stark contrast to many of the rappers out there who sound like fuckin' chain smokers. Anyway, some of the more notable songs are "Kiss Kiss", "Wall to Wall", and "Take You Down". The first two are on the quicker side, heavy beats with smooth lyrics, while "Take You Down" features slow rhythm and steady, hypnotizing drums in the background. "Exclusive" offers a great variety, and is a great buy.

Next on the list, is Lupe Fiasco's "The Cool"


Lupe Fiasco's "The Cool" is just an amazing juxtaposition of popular hip hop concepts, as well as the reality behind them. Two songs in mind emphasize this so clearly. The first is "Gold Watch", which seems a satire to the lifestyles portrayed by rappers. "Got my gold watch and my gold chain/with my fancy car and my diamond ring." It overemphasizes the importance of materialism (Baba Says Cool For Thought "Check your ingredients before you overdose on the cool") The next is "Dumb it Down", referring to the lyrics of rap songs. In the semi-chorus, the lyrics go "We aint graduate from school nigga (Dumb it down)/those big words aint cool nigga (Dumb it down). These two lines speak volumes about newer rap, if even other rappers view some rappers like this. A MUST buy for hip hop lovers.

And the finale for my compendium, Mos Def's "Black on Both Sides"
"They say the goodness in life belongs to those who believe, so, I believe."- Mos Def, "Love"

Mos Def is definitely not a new player to the game, being one of the few rappers on the forefront of underground hip hop in the 90's. His songs are deep, yet still appeal to those simply interested in a good song. Most of all, he has been an endearing departure from "Gangsta Rap". Some of hi songs include strong focus upon the black community, such as "Got", while songs like "New World Water" are geared more toward global issues. Not much can really be said for this album, but listen to it and you won't be disappointed. A definite must.

Well, this concludes Rap Compendium Vol. 1, I hope you all enjoy these albums, and look forward to posting more sometime soon.

Chris Brown- Exclusive
Lupe Fiasco- The Cool
Mos Def- Black on Both Sides

Drowning Dog - Got No Time

Drowning Dog is a rap group with something to say. Of all the remarkable things this album holds, the honest lyrics are the most prevalent. Drowning Dog is unabashedly anarchist. From the lyrics to the samples used, the music is focused around the ideas of ultimate human justice for everyone. DD wants a world where everyone is equal and poverty is no longer an issue, and offers anarchism as a way to get that. Many, if not most, songs are very sample heavy. Snippets from news interviews and other media outlets that support anarchism and anti-government practices are all over this album. The rapper herself (that's right, herself) is also very good. Her rhythm and rhymes are well constructed, and the beats are good and catchy. A great group.

http://www.mediafire.com/?iwn14oyub0e

Ministry - Psalm 69

When it comes to quintessential industrial albums, Psalm 69 ranks right up there with NIN's The Downward Spiral. The industrial metal that has made Ministry famous is most prevalent in this disc, from the singles 'NWO' and 'Jesus Built My Hotrod' to the hidden gems of 'Corrosion' and 'Grace'. The speed and brutality here is so amazing that Ministry has been having a hard time making an album that can reach the high position that this one has in the eyes of the industrial world. If you are a fan of either industrial or metal, this album is a must. It was a milestone of both when it was released, and has remained one of the dominating forces those genres. A must have.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ed0whi5oln9

:Wumpscut: - Body Census

:Wumpscut: has been at the forefront of the industrial music frontier for a while now. Creating music that Rudy R. describes as 'Endziet Electro', the harshness of the music is often unsurpassed. In Body Census, we hear why, even after 17 years, :W: has remained one of the top dogs in the industrial world. Sticking to a core sound, Body Census is a malevolent creation of distorted vocals and savage beats. When listening to :W:, don't expect to get out alive. The synths are dark and gritty, and the bass is sweeping and unforgiving. This album was a staple for me in 2006, and has remained in rotation for me even still. A definite must for any fans of industrial or :W: himself.

http://www.mediafire.com/?xexgbuy1g34

Neurosis - Times Of Grace

Neurosis is a hard band for me to explain. I suppose that on the surface, they can be described as a industrial-tinged metal band. The vocals are strained, like many metal albums, but it's not the stereotypical 'cookie monster growl' of many groups. Instead, the lead singer sounds more like a person yelling at a estranged lover, and he had been doing so for hours. Now that that's out of the way, the difficult part of explaining Neurosis comes up. The music itself is amazingly complex, and the songs are unabashedly long. Some songs push up to 10 minutes in length. Of course, those are the 'actual' songs. Sprinkled between hard core riffs and grungey guitars are 3 to 4 minute interludes, most atmospheric and dark. All in all, this album is like metal wrapped up in an extremely colorful blanket of switcheroos and complexity.

http://www.mediafire.com/?3k5kzwgfw9k

Front Line Assembly - Millenium

If you've been keeping tabs on the various FLA I've uploaded, you will have one of dance industrial and one of more complex electronica. In this album, which made it's debut in the 90's, they experiment with industrial metal. Heavy guitar riffs combined with aggressive electronic sounds creates a very pleasing aural experience. Songs like 'Division Of Mind' and 'Vigilante' show just how hard this album can be. The guitars here are more intense than they are speedy, so don't expect some sort of Dragonforce metal here. Instead, look for a more Obituary type of sound, where the metal is slow but heavy. All in all, a very desirable album, and a must have for any FLA fan.

http://www.mediafire.com/?z0v2gqwwm4c

Icon Of Coil - Serenity Is The Devil

Serenity Is The Devil, lead by Andy LaPlegua, who also does the electronic industrial acts Combichrist and Scandy, is a futurepop album with an aggressive edge. In IOC's debut full-length album, you will experience electronic dance music in its purist form. Andy does a great job creating a dancey type of music, and it is evident in almost all of the songs. Fiction, Shallow Nation, Floorkiller... All of them deliver the dance music you're looking for. But we can also hear the more delicate, introspective sounds of the group in the song Situations Like These. This was a landmark album in the futurepop genre, and perhaps one of the best out there. Highly recommended.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ed2ytggympe

Armored Saint - Revolution

All you hungry for some classic metal, I've got some for ya, right here. Armored Saint, established 1982, is one of the most underrated bands in the classic metal scene, in my opinion. Perhaps you know of Anthrax? Yeah, everybody knows Anthrax. Well, some of the Saints had played in Anthrax, such as vocalist John Bush, when AS disbanded in the early 90's. But in 2000, they came back, great as ever, with this album: Revelation. A lovely piece of metal, this album is taking it back to the roots of the classics. Heavy guitars, mad drumming, and Bush's unmistakable vocals create an amazing listening experience. A definite must for all metal fans. Listen to what came before metal as we know it; listen to Armored Saint.

http://www.mediafire.com/?4jww4mi01ct

Sebadoh - Harmacy

Hailing from Westfield, Massachusetts, Sebadoh is a rock outfit that plays good low-fi indie rock. The music on this album is erratic, switching intensity in a heartbeat, such as the hard-rock"Crystal Gypsy" to the mellow "Willing to Wait". This isn't to say that the music doesn't all have a central theme. To the contrary, the music seems to have a core sound to it, one that is unique to this album itself. Certainly an album to check out if you're a fan of any type of rock.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zvxhhjbbmms

Low - Things We Lost In The Fire

Very few albums can even touch this one. Low has always been known for their slow, sad songs, and Things We Lost is perhaps their most accessible one, and definitely the best one to start off with. The lead singer and female backup vocalist are just haunting with their voices. A few songs on here are so beautifully crafted they send shivers down my spine. Another thing to note is the slow, steady pace of the music. I believe the technical term for Low's genre is 'sadcore' or 'slowcore', but I just call it 'amazing'. This is an album that is truly an essential for any music lover. A++.

http://www.mediafire.com/?cyh1gz0reox

The Retrosic - Nightcrawler

I have yet another treat for all you industrial fans, and that treat is Nightcrawler. The Retrosic's latest album is chock full of all kinds of EBM goodies, perfect for the danceclub regular. This isn't to say that it doesn't have a unique sound. In fact, the grittyness and rawness of this album create a very individual kind of music, one that has been done by a master of industrial dance. One can also sense a type of breakbeat influence in there as well, and perhaps even a little guitar every once in a while. But one thing's for sure: The Retrosic, from introspective Silence to the gritty hardcore that is The Lucky Ones, is a necessary addition to every industrial fan.

http://www.mediafire.com/?t7duobe5ggb

Byzantine - The Fundamental Component

My apologies to all you rock and metal fans out there for not giving you something to chew on for a while. But to appease your appetite, I supply you with this: Byzantine's The Fundamental Component. This album is right at the line between hard rock and light metal; the guitars are heavy and the vocals are harsh, but not so much that it sounds like true metal. When listened to, there almost seems to be a drone influence on the guitars, making for quite the interesting listen. Overall, this is a very solid album that belongs in the collection of any fan of any rock/metal fan.

http://www.mediafire.com/?xdutcnmdmhb

Miles Davis - Doo-Bop

Ah, Miles Davis. We've all heard of him. His influence in both the jazz and overall musical world are renowned. With Doo-Bop, his final album, Miles takes things a step further. While he plays trumpet, there is generally a funky hip hop sound that seems to be influenced by acid jazz. On top of that, there is the incredible rapping of Easy Mo Bee, which just fills out the album and puts the cherry on top. This is a vital album for the collection of either jazz or hip hop/rap fans. I recommend highly.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ztcnbcz2i1t

Cesium 137 - Elemental

Cesium 137 is an interesting band, to say the least. They fuse dance floor oriented synthpop with slightly more aggressive industrial influences in order to create a rather unique sound. The vocals are generally deeper than most electronic bands care to go, and they are also ,surprisingly, not very harsh, in contrast with some of the music. As for the music, it is very impressive to say the least. The beats and synths are very catchy and danceable, but there is also a lot going on in there. It's a lot more complex than many other bands of this genre, and you can listen to a song a few times and here something new each time. A very pleasing experience.

http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?yjjjlz2m0zd

Acid Ice Flows - Utumno

Acid Ice Flows is a band that you will never here about beyond this post. I got them from the Metropolis mail order website, and I'm glad I did. AIF creates very aggressive industrial music, but is only dance music in the loosest terms. I find that I couldn't dance to this, but rather nod my head and become engrossed with the music. Although Utumno is not overly complex or amazingly crafted, it is still a very solid album for fans of Harsh EBM or other aggressive industrial subgenres. The first track, Embrace The Ground, seems to be the highlight of the album. I highly recommend.

http://www.mediafire.com/?m2zz20wgmyf

Grendel - Harsh Generation

Grendel is like being in a battlefield of electronic synths and pounding bass. The synths fly high above, creating an amazing danceable rhythm, while the cannons of bass create a world-shaking beat to move your feet to. That said, this album is another no-filler type of work. Other than the intro and the outro, this disc is 8 works of art that will make you drench your dance outfit in sweat. Void Malign, Harsh Generation, Dirty, ALL the songs on here are true EBM/Hellektro masterpieces, meant to be danced to until the day is done. I really do hope you enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mu65el0utt7

We're Making A Switch

ATTENTION: We are now uploading to MediaFire rather than Megaupload. If you don't like this, please vote in the poll.

The reason for doing this is because MediaFire is easier to use, and you can download as many files as you want at the same time. It also scans for viruses, in case you don't trust us ;).

A new album will also be up soon enough.

Thanks for reading and downloading!

Rihanna: Good Girl Gone Bad

Whether your looking for great music or just something sexy to look at, Rihanna is always a great choice. Her album, "Good Girl Gone Bad", features hit singles like Umbrella (Featuring Jay-Z), Hate That I Love You (Featuring Ne-Yo), and Shut Up And Drive. The albums tracks have great beat, most with a nice, quick rhythm that's perfect to dance to. This album is a perfect pick me up, pump up or party playlist, and a great addition to any collection.


http://www.megaupload.com/?d=ZX36UEM2

Praxis - Sacrifist

Sacrifist is quite an album, but it most certainly isn't for everyone. This CD I borrowed from my father, and I must say it is equal parts bizarre and extreme. To start, Praxis has a lot of people coming in to help with this album. John Zorn, Blind Idiot God, Buckethead, Bootsy Collins and Bernie Warrell from P-Funkers, Mick Harris from Napalm Death, and Yamatsuka Eye from The Boredoms all show up to throw their respective talents into the mix. With that said, the actual music on this album is not exactly what one might expect. Sure, on the surface, it's a thrashy speedy type of metal. But sounds of breaking glass, ambient electronics, and other strange noises come in to make it a very, well, noisy and aggressive album. The vocals are simply screams and growls. No actual words are formed, just shrieking and screaming. All in all, this is an album for those looking for something different, but not for those who are weak of heart.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0U6T15N9

:Wumpscut: - Bone Peeler

Sorry for not giving you something to chew on for so long, industrial fans. Let me make it up to you with the 2004 album of musical genius Rudy Ratzinger, or as we know him, :Wumpscut:. This album revisits the older mid-nineties sound of :W: and incorporates modern electronics into them, making for gritty, aggressive tracks that manage to pay homage to older :W: without sounding the same. Songs like 'March Of The Dead' and 'Crown Of Thorns' show typical hardcore industrial music made for the dance floors, but Rudy has also thrown in some slower, calmer tracks such as 'Your Last Salute' and 'In The Peace Of Night'. All in all, it's a really good album, and a necessary one for all fans of :Wumpscut:.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=HIDJLQ1X

Aesop Rock: None Shall Pass

Bringing up another Aesop Rock album, "None Shall Pass" is the latest installment to the Aesop Rock legacy. This album continues his streak of stringing together tongue twisters over beats that will be stuck in your head for days. This is the only album I've heard to date that has pirates, physics lessons, and a plea to reinstate Pluto as a planet (The Harbor is Yours, Fumes, and Bring Back Pluto respectively) Aesop stuns once again in an amazing set of tracks that will leave you awed at his agile lyrics.

Track of the Album: For this album, I must say that "Coffee" is hands down my favorite. It's relatively easy to learn compared to other Aesop songs, and it feels like a major accomplishment when you do. <3 "Coffee"

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=R21ORVFH

Gorillaz - Gorillaz

Don't let the fact that the Gorillaz are rather popular deter you from this great album. The 'virtual band' is composed of the cartoon characters 2D, Noodle, Russel, and Mordoc. With that said, it is difficult do define this album. It switches genres in a heart beat, but seems to stay close to the hip-hop like funk that is prevalent on this CD. Songs like 'Punk' and 'Slow Country' are very different musically, but still have the musical signature of the Gorillaz. Definitely an album to download if you are a fan of hip-hop, alt rock, or just good music. NOTE: this is, unfortunately, the 'clean' version of this album. Fortunately, there are only a few blank spots on this album due to it. You wont be missing a whole lot.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=WS8CW1RK

Aesop Rock: Daylight [EP]

Fans of hip hop and rap have a reason to rejoice. Aesop Rock is one of the few rappers out there with bigger things to talk about than bitches and money. His lyrics are meaningful, flow amazingly, and will have you wondering about them for quite a time. Most notably are the first two tracks, "Daylight" and "Nightlight". Daylight, even starting at the beat, is a slow flowing, laid back look at life, with what ifs and indecision. Nightlight, however, expresses a much darker duality, taking some lines from Daylight, and twisting them to quite different meanings. These two songs alone will have you listening to the album for hours. Deep lyrics, mesmerizing beats, and mind boggling tongue twisters bring hip hop back to it's roots. Don't let the white skin fool you, Aesop Rock has rap in his soul.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=BPNUWSIF

Beck - Mellow Gold

I don't care what anybody thinks, this album belongs in the collection of any music fan. Beck is probably most famous for his song 'Loser', which is on this album. Loser itself is a really good song, and all the songs on this CD are just as good. There is really no filler on this album. It is a bunch of lyrical and musical genius. As you may know, Beck has a way with words. His lyrical prowess may even evoke laughter at times. His musical style is strangely experimental, but not in a way where it gets in the way of his music. All in all, this is definitely an album that belongs on your music catalog.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=6W0WE76A

Funker Vogt - Thanks For Nothing

Those familiar with the industrial/EBM dance scene probably already know of Funker Vogt. Thanks For Nothing, their first release, is nothing short of amazingly aggressive beats and vocals creating a dancefloor storm. Songs like Black Hole and Animals help set the mood, for they are dark both musically and lyrically. To be quite honest, this album is different from their later releases. The synths are more gritty, the beats more aggressive, the vocals more harsh. But it is a good album in its own right, and a must have for the Funker Vogt fan, or those who like the harsh EBM scene.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=2EG8WOVO

Skymning - Artificial Supernova

Boy oh boy, have I got a treat for all of you obscure metal fans. Skymning is a band I picked up for 5 bucks at a used music store, and has been in constant rotation for me as of late. The heavy guitars and mad drumming create insanely good industrial death metal that is really not like any other I've ever heard. There are usually a small amount of lyrics, allowing for more focus on the guitar riffs and basslines. I highly recommend if you are a fan of either death, black, or industrial metal.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=ZYXE94XJ

Thine Eyes Bleed - In The Wake Of Seperation

Thine Eyes Bleed is a death/thrash metal band whose vocalist sounds like he is on the brink of insanity. His screams and growls make the album what it is, characterizing this harsh, wild album. The bassist, Johnny Araya, you may know from the band Bloodcum (but you probably don't). His intense bass mixed with the thrashing speed guitars and masterful drumwork of Darryl Stephens make this a band to check out if you like bands such as As I Lay Dying. A good download for fans of hard rock or metal.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=105E7TSX

The Dillinger Escape Plan - Ire Works

Some of you may be familiar with Dillinger, and to others it may be new. In their newest album, Dillinger Escape Plan continues to make amazing mathcore metal, but also mellows out a bit. Some songs, like Party Smasher, are old school Dillinger, with screaming and thrashing metal. Black Bubblegum is a song that shows a more mellow (but still rocking out) kind of The Dillinger Escape Plan, where it sounds like normal rock. Most of the songs on this album are pretty short, but don't let that perturb you. It's definitely a good album.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=A5OHHGB5

Front Line Assembly - FLAvour of the Weak

You know, this is probably my favorite FLA album ever. Firstly, you have the very punny album name. FLAvour of the Weak? Just look at it for a second. It's funny. Secondly, I know you here me use the words 'complex' and 'engaging' a lot, but for serious, this album is both of those things. The sounds gradually build up until they reach a kind of euphoric frenzy, multiple unique sounds layered in order to create a sound like no other. This is the turning point in FLA's career, where they went from more rockish and metallic sounds to an almost all-electronic sound. Very different from the Artificial Soldier album, this album isn't really aimed at the dance clubs. Enjoy. I know I do.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=MZN829RL

I:Scintilla - Optics

I:Scintilla is an absolutely amazing band I stumbled across one day searching for electronic music. The blend of rock and electronic is perfect, and the lead singer, Brittany Bindrim, is absolutely amazing. Her voice hits every note, and is at times so sublime it will send shivers down your spine. Bands suck as Leather Strip and Combichrist have singled the band out for remixes of their own, showing the great appeal of this band. Music that can satisfy both the clubs and those looking for a complex, engaging listen.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=F3SMRLI9

Jedi Mind Tricks - Servants In Heaven, Kings In Hell

I would like to apologize for not uploading anything in a while. Now, I offer you rap fans this album by Jedi Mind Tricks. Most hardcore rap followers already know of Jedi Mind Tricks, and those who don't should definitely give this album a download. Vinnie Paz's amazing rhythm and DJ Stoupe the Enemy of Mankind's masterful crafting of beats and hooks creates an amazing listen for fans of all good rap. On almost all the tracks, one can experience the storytelling ability of Vinnie and the stark imagery his words create. Highly recommended.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=LDZTD50B

12 Stones - Anthem For The Underdog

To appease the cries for Modern/Alternative Rock, I put forth this 12 Stones album for consideration. Perhaps only known from one song they did with Evanescence, 12 Stones manages to take a ridiculously horrid genre, nu-metal in this case, and make it listenable. Although it is not my favorite album, it is still a good one, and should appeal to fans of most rock bands.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=MXFLTN7R

Pride and Fall - Nephesh

Pride and Fall is one of the leading creators of the futurepop genre, along with the likes of Assemblage 23 and VNV Nation. Weaving soaring synths and complex basslines together, Pride and Fall can be described as a master of their genre, creating both dancefloor anthems and more regular, relaxed songs. The song 'December' seems to stick out as a song to represent the album, providing the synths and bass required for a dancefloor track and the complexity of a sit-down-and-listen track. Definitely recommended.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=3O1NYCYM

H-Foundation - Environments

H-Foundation is kind of like a more laid back version of Daft Punk. Their clever little combination of down tempo electronic and jazz elements creates a nice little sound. If loud music is just not called for, go to Environments. Masterfully crafted, the music here will provide very nice music to just listen to. The lyrics are sparse and often more stream-of-consciousness than anything else. A relaxing listen.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=D71PFQI6

Meshuggah - ObZen

Meshuggah has always had an infamous reputation for playing music that, in short, mixes it up... To say the least. The time signatures will fuck with your head, and the amazing guitar and drum work is always being switched up, but never to the point of excessiveness. It will be difficult to bang your head to this music unless you know every conceivable inch of this album due to the fact that you can't predict what will come next. A most engaging listen. Truly worth the download.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=B39CB7OK

Motley Crue - 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection

Here is the first of my 20th Century Masters albums, I have Quite a few. They do quite a good job putting together greatest hits albums, and have an extensive collection. For those not familiar with the Crüe, they're another badass, rambunctious 80's metal band. I wish I could post the entire liner notes for this album - they are a work of art in themselves. At one point, they say: "Yes, there were contenders to their throne, bad boy musicians, drinking too much, driving to fast, and generally leaving a petrol trail in their wake, but there was no one - make that no one - disrupting the class quite as consistently as the Crüe, you name it, they'd not only done it (at least once), but drunk it, snorted it, slept with it and come back to wipe their dicks on the T-shirt." ...........fuck yeah.....that sums it up.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=XT67EZJ6

Combichrist - What The Fuck Is Wrong With You People?

Hey you, what the fuck is wrong with you? Those lines from the track 'What The Fuck Is Wrong With You' on the Combichrist album seem to epitomize this album, showing the pounding aggressiveness of the harsh electro-industrial sounds and the dark content of the album. After all, what would you expect from an album called What The Fuck Is Wrong With You People? Songs like 'Shut Up and Swallow' and 'Get Your Body Beat' betray the true sound of this masterfully crafted Harsh EBM album. Enjoy!

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0HNKZ100

Blue Öyster Cult - Super Hits

OK, next up is BOC's Super Hits: another basic compilation, this one made by Sony. It contains most of BOC's best songs, as it should - being a greatest hits album and all. They include songs like "Black Blade", "Summer of Love" and their very haunting "Don't Fear the Reaper". This band is another essential classic rock band with great guitar. The solos aren't necessarily wild or crazy, but they fit well and are more mesmerizing than insane or technical as in many metal bands. The sad part about it is that BOC is not recognized as much as they should be for their influence on the metal world. Anyway, they're an easy listen, and mostly laid back so..... enjoy.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=AC7QD6XQ