Penetration

Iggy Pop
Penetration (1996)
Intense 145 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range9/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Textureharsh
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Blistering distorted guitars and impassioned howling vocals create a frantic, aggressive soundscape full of raw power and dissonance. High treble, distortion, and chaotic energy deliver a punishing sensory assault typical of punk rock intensity.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Penetration is a compilation album of Iggy Pop and The Stooges' post-Raw Power era tracks from 1974-77, capturing their punk rock revival with blistering guitars and unhinged vocals.

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Moods: aggressive, intense, rebellious

Traditions: proto-punk, punk rock

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