Safe

Released in late 2002, Safe serves as a bridge between Kittie's second studio album, Oracle, and their subsequent independent ventures. The EP is notable for its inclusion of the KMFDM remix of the title track, which signaled an interest in industrial textures that was prevalent in the early 2000s metal scene. Beyond the studio tracks, the EP is a significant live document, featuring performances from the Boondock in New Hampshire. These live tracks, including 'No Name' and 'In Winter', showcase the band's shift away from the more commercial nu-metal sound of their debut toward a heavier, death-metal influenced style. Critics and fans often point to this era as the moment Kittie solidified their reputation as a formidable live act, moving past the 'teen band' labels of their early career. The EP remains a cult favorite for its raw production and the contrast between its electronic opening and its visceral, live-recorded conclusion.