A long awaited reissue of the 1993 album and 1994 EP from the notorious electronic post-industrial project from Raymond Watts, PIG!Watts was an early member of KMFDM and acted as a touring musician for NIN, Einstürzende Neubauten, Schaft and more!Features remixes by Keith LeBlanc and KMFDM!
"The Swining / Red Raw & Sore" on CD brings together two landmark releases from the industrial project PIG, presented here as a powerful, extended edition for fans of dark, provocative soundscapes. Across pounding beats, distorted guitars, sinister electronics and baroque melodic flourishes, the album explores themes of decadence, desire and corruption with razor-sharp wit and theatrical intensity. The production alternates between dense, club-ready tracks and slower, more atmospheric pieces, creating a dynamic listening experience that moves from brutal impact to twisted elegance. This edition is ideal both for long-time industrial listeners and for newcomers who want a compact introduction to one of the genre's most distinctive voices. Cleopatra Records, known for its catalog of gothic, industrial, darkwave and alternative artists, provides a fitting home for this reissue and ensures a carefully curated presentation with attention to sound, artwork and archival value.
PIG is the industrial project of British musician Raymond Watts, whose work is marked by a unique blend of harsh electronics, rock guitar, orchestral elements and darkly satirical lyrics. Over the years, PIG has earned cult status within the industrial and goth scenes, collaborating frequently with members of KMFDM and contributing to the evolution of the genre's sound. Watts' sophisticated songwriting and unmistakable vocal presence have made PIG releases enduring favorites among dedicated fans. Keith LeBlanc, a pioneering drummer and producer in the realms of funk, hip-hop and industrial, is known for his powerful, groove-driven playing and influential studio work; his rhythmic sensibilities add extra weight and precision to the material. KMFDM, one of the most recognizable names in industrial rock, has achieved international success with a long series of albums and club hits, helping shape the crossover between heavy guitar music and electronic aggression and bringing industrial sounds to a broader audience.