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As far back as Filter's first release, Patrick has peppered his songs with jabs at organized religion, but on The Trouble With Angels he's more direct, like he's no longer pulling his punches.

Andrew Shaffer: Rehab, Religion and the Resurrection of Filter's Richard Patrick Andrew Shaffer 2011

Filter's new album, The Trouble With Angels released this past August on indie label Rocket Science Ventures, tackles the twin vices of substance abuse and religious fanaticism, two subjects that never seem go out of style in the world of rock-n-roll.

Andrew Shaffer: Rehab, Religion and the Resurrection of Filter's Richard Patrick Andrew Shaffer 2011

In fact, drugs and alcohol continue to be a part of his professional life: at Filter's merch booth, you can buy a t-shirt that reads "Drink it, snort it, smoke it," and, before the record's release, the band played a series of free shows sponsored by Bud Light.

Andrew Shaffer: Rehab, Religion and the Resurrection of Filter's Richard Patrick Andrew Shaffer 2011

Recent years have seen a range of shows – from Filter's Water to the Bush's Contingency Plan – that have sought to tackle climate change from an artistic point of view.

Green dreams: how can theatre cut its carbon emissions? 2010

Tube Filter's monthly "meetup" in L.A. this week drew over 500 participants.

Greg Mitchell: Beyond "Balloon Dad": Web Series Continue Startling Growth 2009

Peter Gabriel couldn't agree more, viewing The Filter's mission as "Freedom From Choice."

First Look at Peter Gabriel's The Filter: A Discovery Engine for All Things 2008

Peter Gabriel couldn't agree more, viewing The Filter's mission as "Freedom From Choice."

Jerry Weinstein: First Look at Peter Gabriel's The Filter: A Discovery Engine for All Things 2008

While Roberts reports that brands and agencies have approached him to promote products and services, The Filter's first order of business is to improve the site while scaling its user base.

Jerry Weinstein: First Look at Peter Gabriel's The Filter: A Discovery Engine for All Things 2008

For those who study collaborative filtering, there are findings that will both fascinate and disturb marketers: Effective CF - which in The Filter's case combines wisdom of the crowds with one-to-one personalization -- reflects back on the host.

The Filter: Wisdom Of The Crowds Meets Personalization - Part II 2008

While Roberts reports that brands and agencies have approached him to promote products and services, The Filter's first order of business is to improve the site while scaling its user base.

First Look at Peter Gabriel's The Filter: A Discovery Engine for All Things 2008