Jesus Christ Superstars

Laibach | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 22, 1996)
• Original Release Date: October 22, 1996
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Mute U.S.
• ASIN: B000003Z4K
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #189,659 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. God Is God

2. Jesus Christ Superstar

3. Kingdom of God

4. Abuse and Confession

5. Declaration of Freedom

6. Message from the Black Star

7. The Cross

8. To the New Light

9. Deus Ex Machina

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars When you're ready to choose between Heaven and Hell..., December 30, 2001

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Scott Sweet "Music Freak" (Colorado Springs, CO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jesus Christ Superstars (Audio CD)

This was the first Laibach album I found, and it's a good example of their catchier, less art-driven sound. Among "theme" albums, "Superstars" is pretty effective. Imagine Ministry performing Gary Numan's album "Pure" to entertain a heavily armed European militia, with Popeye on vocals.

"God Is God" is a strong goth-metal-industrial (whew!) anthem. The covers of "Jesus Christ Superstar" and Prince's "The Cross" are interesting. The real standouts are "Kingdom of God," "Message From The Black Star," and "To The New Light."

Lyrically, the album twists the natures of Jesus, Satan and Hell. By the end, it's hard to tell if the point is that God reigns supreme over Lucifer, or that Lucifer IS God, and Jesus was a pawn all along the way. Still, even when it's confusing it's danceable.

"To The New Light" is worthy of Swans as scary songs go. It's an atmosphere piece with a spine-chilling vibe. When The Bottomless Throat says, "Bruddah uv miiinnne," you better have the lights on in the room.

The back-up choir and orchestral touches flesh out the religious feel of the album. Laibach have a definite shared view on God's role in the world: (From their website) "We believe in God, but we do not necessarily trust him."

This is a good album for people who want to decide their spiritual allegiance by working it out on the dance floor.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good album, June 1, 2000

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Michael Kumpf (Acworth, Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jesus Christ Superstars (Audio CD)

If you have heard any of Laibach's older material, this album will suprise you. I personally like this album better than any of their others. Personally I like most of the songs on here. I like how they incorporated some of the choir singing, especially in "Jesus Christ, Superstar." It's more techno than some of the other industrial groups at times, but you can still hear the intensity of the music. If you liked their old stuff or have never heard of Laibach before I recommend getting this CD.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Definately A Superstar..., May 4, 2004

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"calico_katt" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jesus Christ Superstars (Audio CD)

I'll admit it, when I first listened to this band, I was really confused. I had no idea exactly -WHAT- to think. But there was one thing I knew for sure: I loved thier music. This album is really amazing. You're not really sure if they are for or against God, but I really love the lyrics because it seems to me like, even though they know God is all around good, why is there evil in this world and why is He letting this happen?

I think I like this one a lot because the album itself makes you think. I love it when songs make me think. This is a wonderful album and any fan of Laibach will like it as well. I think what I love most about thier music is thier harsh vocals combined with an orchestra, along with great metal beats, I love it. This is an album you should give your friends so you can turn them to Laibach, an album that plays well in your car, and if you're into art, something that will inspire you. My select favourite songs: God Is God, Jesus Christ Superstar, Abuse and Confession, Declaration of Freedom.