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A Split-Second


"Vengeance C.O.D." is an album by the Belgian electronic body music/industrial band, A Split-Second. Released in 2001, it caters to the band's dark and heavy style of electronic beats which earned them a significant following in the industrial music scene, especially in the 80s and 90s. The band A Split-Second was formed in 1985 by Marco Defrancq and Peter Bonne who later left the band, leaving Defrancq as the single remaining member. They are considered pioneers in the genre, referred to as EBM, a blend of post-industrial and electronic dance music. Their 2001 album, "Vengeance C.O.D," shows the band's continuing experimentation with electronic music, layering and their signature dark poetic lyrics. This album echoes their sound stemming from the fusion of electro-industrial and EBM. The title track "Vengeance C.O.D." is one of the standout tracks on the album, delivering a rhythmic and haunting tune. "Vengeance C.O.D." is an important marker in A Split-Second's discography, signaling their continued contribution to the EBM music scene even as they moved well into the new millennium. It expertly presents their distinct music style which is complex, captivating, and filled with emotive darkness.