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Big Hit

Nitzer Ebb · 1995

46 min · 10 tracks · techno ยท electronic body music

A pulsating blend of industrial beats and emotive vocals that pushes the boundaries of electronic music.

Big Hit is an album by Nitzer Ebb, released in 1995. A pulsating blend of industrial beats and emotive vocals that pushes the boundaries of electronic music. 'Big Hit' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, contributing to the resurgence of EBM in the 1990s. Tracks like 'Kick It' became club favorites, and the album solidified Nitzer Ebb's status as pioneers within the electronic music scene, influencing numerous artists who followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Big Hit sound like?

A pulsating blend of industrial beats and emotive vocals that pushes the boundaries of electronic music. Rooted in techno and electronic body music.

What makes Big Hit by Nitzer Ebb notable?

'Big Hit' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, contributing to the resurgence of EBM in the 1990s. Tracks like 'Kick It' became club favorites, and the album solidified Nitzer Ebb's status as pioneers within the electronic music scene, influencing numerous artists who followed. Released in 1995, 'Big Hit' marked Nitzer Ebb's return after a brief hiatus following their previous album 'Ebbhead' in 1991. The album showcased their evolution towards a more polished sound while retaining the aggressive energy characteristic of their early work. This release also aligned with the growing popularity of electronic body music (EBM) and techno during the mid-90s.

How many songs are on Big Hit?

Big Hit has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·46:43

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Cherry Blossom Standout 5:30
  • 2 Hear Me Say 4:07
  • 3 Kick It Standout 3:39
  • 4 I Thought 5:16
  • 5 Floodwater Standout 3:35
  • 6 Border Talk 3:25
  • 7 In Decline 5:36
  • 8 Living Out of a Bag 5:41
  • 9 Boy 4:17
  • 10 Our Own World 5:35

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

46 min 43 sec