Happiness in Slavery
Nine Inch Nails · 1992
19 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock · ambient · industrial music
A visceral exploration of industrial soundscapes intertwined with haunting, distorted vocals that challenge societal norms.
Happiness in Slavery is a single by Nine Inch Nails, released in 1992. A visceral exploration of industrial soundscapes intertwined with haunting, distorted vocals that challenge societal norms. 'Happiness in Slavery' gained attention for its provocative themes and unflinching commentary on societal issues, contributing to the broader acceptance of industrial music in mainstream culture. The EP's aggressive style and innovative production helped Nine Inch Nails secure their position within the alternative rock movement of the early 1990s, influencing countless artists and earning critical acclaim from publications like Rolling Stone. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Happiness in Slavery sound like?
A visceral exploration of industrial soundscapes intertwined with haunting, distorted vocals that challenge societal norms. Rooted in alternative rock and ambient.
What makes Happiness in Slavery by Nine Inch Nails notable?
'Happiness in Slavery' gained attention for its provocative themes and unflinching commentary on societal issues, contributing to the broader acceptance of industrial music in mainstream culture. The EP's aggressive style and innovative production helped Nine Inch Nails secure their position within the alternative rock movement of the early 1990s, influencing countless artists and earning critical acclaim from publications like Rolling Stone. By the time 'Happiness in Slavery' was released on November 1, 1992, Nine Inch Nails had already begun to carve out their niche in the industrial rock scene following their debut album 'Pretty Hate Machine' in 1989. This release marked a significant moment as it followed the band's acclaimed EP 'Broken' from 1992, showcasing a rawer, more aggressive sound that solidified Trent Reznor's artistic identity.
How many songs are on Happiness in Slavery?
Happiness in Slavery has 4 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Happiness in Slavery (Fixed version) Standout 6:08
- 2 Happiness in Slavery (Sherwood Slave mix) Standout 2:17
- 3 Happiness in Slavery (PK Slavery remix) Standout 5:42
- 4 Happiness in Slavery (Broken version) 5:21
Release Date
November 1, 1992
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
19 min 28 sec
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