If you're trying to strip vocals from an existing song to create an instrumental version:
Ensure the song has a clear beginning, middle, and end. You can start "clean" and gradually add distortion (the "rust") as the track progresses. Rusty Nail - Instrumental
Use tools like LANDR or PhonicMind to isolate the backing tracks from the vocals. If you're trying to strip vocals from an
If you're building from scratch, Cubase or similar software allows you to layer "Lego blocks" of sound to find the right direction. Rusty Nail - Instrumental
Incorporate mechanical or industrial sounds like clinking glass or metallic scraping to build a unique world for the listener.