www.pitchshifter.com marked a pivot towards a more accessible, nu-metal-influenced sound for the band, incorporating programming and electronic elements more prominently. The album notably featured guest appearances and was accompanied by a strong online presence for its time.
- The album title and concept heavily emphasized the burgeoning internet culture of the late 1990s, reflecting its release in 1998. It was recorded at Great Linford Manor Studios in Buckinghamshire with producer Andy Wallace. The album's lead single, "Scatta," gained some traction on rock radio and MTV2.
- The album reached number 29 on the UK Albums Chart. Carnegie Hall, a frequent collaborator with Pitchshifter, contributed additional programming and keyboards. The album was originally intended to be released on Deconstruction Records before moving to DGC.
- The album was Pitchshifter's first release on DGC Records, a subsidiary of Geffen Records. It followed their critically acclaimed 1997 album 'The Sons of God'. The band actively promoted the album through their website, which was a novel approach for many bands at the time.
Pitchshifter is a rock band from Nottingham, England, known for their industrial metal sound and electronic influences. They emerged in the early 1990s, developing a distinctive style that blended heavy guitars with synthesized elements.
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