The EP (oops, sorry, “album”) was clearly inspired by Trent Reznor’s bleak outlook in regards to American culture and politics, the likes of which he’s discussed in a number of different interviews.

Speaking on how Bad Witch‘s themes relate to the previous releases in the trilogy, Reznor told The Guardian, “We aren’t these enlightened beings, here to take care of each other and think about our benevolent role in the universe as protectors and creators – we’re just a fucking mutation and an accident,” he says of the thoughts that inspired these new songs. “I think you’re seeing the fall of the empire of America in real time, before your eyes; the internet has eroded the fabric of decency in our civilisation.”

 

Along the way, he’s also found time to praise Donald Glover and slam the likes of Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and, of course, our “imbecile” president. Live, the band’s not only unveiled Bad Witch’s 'God Break Down the Door', but also covered David Bowie and Joy Division.