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Martin Atkins is a pivotal figure in industrial and post-punk music, renowned for his versatile work as a performer, producer, and educator. As the founder of Invisible Records (1988) and Mattress Factory Studios, he has shaped independent music culture and helped launch careers across genres. Atkins also founded the Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music (PPIM), a Chicago-based institution recognized for its cultural impact with a 2023 Arts & Culture award. His career spans collaborations with PiL, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Killing Joke, Swans, Nadjia, Opium Jukebox, Pigface, and more, making him a cornerstone of modern alternative music.

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For fans and newcomers alike, Atkins offers a thread through the evolution of industrial sound—from raw post-punk energy to expansive, collaborative projects. If you’re looking to secure upcoming performances, we’ve got you with straightforward ticket options and reliable service.

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Upcoming live engagement to note: Martin Atkins Presents Extremities with Killing Joke material at Reggies in Chicago on November 28–29, 2025. Tickets and seating details are available, with up-to-date information on date and venue. As always, our team is here to help you secure seats quickly and without hassle.

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Explore Martin Atkins’ extensive discography and learn more about his influence as an educator at Millikin University, where he shares knowledge from his Tour:Smart and Band:Smart frameworks. Follow his projects and stay connected via official channels for updates on tours, releases, and speaking engagements.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Martin Atkins

  • Founder/owner of Invisible Records (1988) and Mattress Factory Studios; educator at Millikin University; author of Tour:Smart and Band:Smart.
  • Performer and/or co-writer on PiL, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Killing Joke, Swans, Nadjia, Opium Jukebox, and Pigface projects; known for cross-genre industrial/post-punk work.
  • Grammy-connected: drummed on Nine Inch Nails' Wish (Broken EP), a track associated with a Grammy-winning moment for NIN's era.
  • 2025 live engagement: Martin Atkins Presents Extremities with Killing Joke material at Reggies, Chicago (Nov 28–29, 2025).
  • Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music (PPIM) founder; celebrated Chicago museum recognized in 2023 Arts & Culture awards.
  • Discography spans PiL (late 70s–80s), Brian Brain, Ministry, Killing Joke, Pigface, Opium Jukebox, Nadjia, and Swans collaborations.

The records

Martin Atkins Discography

  • 7 Ends 13 (Select Songs)
    2020 · Bandcamp (Nadjia)
  • 6
    2009 · Full Effect Records
  • Easy Listening...
    2003 · Underground, Inc. / Invisible Records
  • Music to Download Pornography By
    2000 · Invisible Records
  • A New High in Low
    1997 · Invisible Records
  • Notes From Thee Underground
    1994 · Invisible Records
  • Fook
    1992 · Invisible Records
  • Broken (EP)
    1992 · Nothing/TVT/Interscope
  • Gub
    1991 · Invisible Records
  • Extremities, Dirt and Various Repressed Emotions
    1990 · Noise Records
  • Time Flies When You're Having Toast
    1987 · Plaid Records / Moving Target / Celluloid
  • This Is What You Want... This Is What You Get
    1984 · Virgin
  • Live in Tokyo
    1983 · Virgin
  • Paris au Printemps
    1980 · Virgin
  • Metal Box
    1979 · Virgin
  • The Great Annihilator
    1995 · Young God

The hits

Top Martin Atkins Songs

  • Wish
    1992 · N/A
  • Bad Life
    1984 · UK 71
  • This Is Not a Love Song
    1983 · UK 5
  • Death Disco
    1979 · UK 20

Upcoming live engagement to note: Martin Atkins Presents Extremities with Killing Joke material at Reggies in Chicago on November 28–29, 2025. Tickets and seating details are available, with up-to-date information on date and venue. As always, our team is here to help you secure seats quickly and without hassle.

Explore Martin Atkins’ extensive discography and learn more about his influence as an educator at Millikin University, where he shares knowledge from his Tour:Smart and Band:Smart frameworks. Follow his projects and stay connected via official channels for updates on tours, releases, and speaking engagements.

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