Released in 1989, this album was the first «industrial» music style LP to reach the mainstream. A lot of people accused Trent Reznor to get inspired by old Skinny Puppy song for some rhythm structures. I think those people are right, I think Reznor is aware of this but who cares? NIN has become one of the most internationally acclaimed alternative act of all time because of Reznor's ability to create alternative pop songs! Pretty Hate Machine was recorded and produced within a period of 20 days with a thin budget. The result is very good and I really enjoy Down in It, That's What I Get and The Only Time. The dark atmosphere surrounding this album is great and was a revelation for me way back in the early 90's. I dig this album way more than NIN later works. I think it is less polished, less sophisticated but more melodic and straight forward. Another classic excerpt from a rather classic act.
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