Big Mess
Danny Elfman · 2021
90 min · 21 tracks · new wave · ska
A frenetic blend of avant-garde electronics and chaotic rhythms that challenge traditional song structures.
Big Mess is an album by Danny Elfman, released in 2021. A frenetic blend of avant-garde electronics and chaotic rhythms that challenge traditional song structures. The album received significant attention for its bold experimentation and was praised for its unique sound, which diverged from Elfman's earlier film score work. It charted on the Billboard charts, showcasing his successful transition from composer to avant-garde artist, influencing contemporary electronic music and inspiring a new generation of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Big Mess sound like?
A frenetic blend of avant-garde electronics and chaotic rhythms that challenge traditional song structures. Rooted in new wave and ska.
What makes Big Mess by Danny Elfman notable?
The album received significant attention for its bold experimentation and was praised for its unique sound, which diverged from Elfman's earlier film score work. It charted on the Billboard charts, showcasing his successful transition from composer to avant-garde artist, influencing contemporary electronic music and inspiring a new generation of musicians. Released on June 11, 2021, 'Big Mess' marks Danny Elfman's first solo album in over 37 years since 'So-lo' (1984). This project emerged during a period of artistic resurgence for Elfman, following his acclaimed return to live performance and collaboration with various artists in the electronic and experimental scenes.
How many songs are on Big Mess?
Big Mess has 21 tracks, running approximately 90 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 We Belong (Squarepusher remix) Standout 7:13
- 2 Happy (Little Snake Dying in the Club edition) Standout 2:47
- 3 Happy (33EMYBW remix) 3:00
- 4 Sorry (Kid606 remix) 6:09
- 5 We Belong (Rafiq Bhatia remix) 3:38
- 6 Kick Me (Zach Hill remix) 3:03
- 7 Insects (Machine Girl Insecticidal Tendencies remix) 4:29
- 8 Serious Ground (Xiu Xiu remix) 5:15
- 9 Cruel Compensation (The Locust remix) 2:21
- 10 Everybody Loves You (Boris remix) 5:38
Disc 2
- 1 True 5:18
- 2 In Time Standout 4:41
- 3 In Time (Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith remix) 3:10
- 4 Native Intelligence 4:29
- 5 Kick Me 3:37
- 6 Kick Me 2:05
- 7 In Time (HEALTH remix) 4:58
- 8 Native Intellligence (Ghostemane Natural Selection remix) 3:33
- 9 Happy (Boy Harsher remix) 4:48
- 10 True (Stu Brooks remix) 5:59
- 11 Happy (Little Snake Lunar Climax edition) 4:26
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