Today’s video of the day is Skinny Puppy – “Hardset Head” released in 1996.
Skinny Puppy’s ‘Hardset Head’ video, from their 1996 album ‘The Process,’ offers a gripping insight into the band’s evolution. Formed in 1982 in Vancouver, BC, by cEvin Key and Nivek Ogre, Skinny Puppy swiftly gained recognition with their EP ‘Remission’ in 1984. Their groundbreaking LP ‘Bites’ (1985) showcased a shift in sound with Dwayne R. Goettel joining on keyboards. This marked the beginning of Skinny Puppy’s influential journey within the industrial/gothic/ebm genre, impacting acts like Nine Inch Nails and Marilyn Manson.
Tragically, the band paused after Goettel’s 1995 passing, culminating in ‘The Process,’ released in 1996. This album, despite the hiatus, became pivotal, drawing in new fans and bridging Skinny Puppy’s legacy. Following a brief disbandment, Skinny Puppy returned for a significant Dresden appearance in 2000, rekindling their essence. ‘The Greater Wrong Of The Right’ (2004) marked their official resurgence, initiating a worldwide tour that solidified their comeback.
Subsequent albums like ‘Mythmaker’ (2007), ‘hanDover’ (2011) with SPV, and the signing with Metropolis Records in 2012 for ‘Bootlegged, Broke And In Solvent Seas’ (2012) showcased their enduring prowess. ‘Weapon’ (2013), their 12th studio album, further amplified their creative resurgence. The ‘Hardset Head’ video, part of the trio released via American Recordings video promos, encapsulates Skinny Puppy’s resilience amid turmoil. Its inclusion on ‘The Process’ serves as a cornerstone, reflecting the band’s ability to navigate adversity and emerge stronger, setting the stage for their subsequent albums.
This seminal piece of Skinny Puppy’s catalog not only solidifies their status as pioneers in their genre but also highlights their ability to reinvent and captivate audiences across decades, securing their place as stalwarts in the annals of music history.
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