Graveyard Shift

Released in 2017, Graveyard Shift marks Motionless in White's debut on Roadrunner Records and represents a peak in their synthesis of industrial, gothic, and metalcore influences. Following the more experimental Reincarnate, this album leans heavily into the band's industrial roots, drawing clear sonic parallels to Marilyn Manson and Nine Inch Nails while maintaining the breakdown-heavy structure of their metalcore origins. The record features notable collaborations, including Jonathan Davis of Korn on 'Necessary Evil,' which underscores the album's nu-metal sensibilities. Lyrically, Chris Motionless explores themes of fan dedication, personal demons, and social defiance. The production is exceptionally polished, emphasizing the 'wall of sound' approach with thick synth layers and triggered percussion. It is widely considered a fan-favorite for its balance of the band's aggressive early sound and their later melodic evolution.