What makes Ausgeflippt by Hanzel und Gretyl notable?

'Ausgeflippt' garnered attention for its bold blend of genres and irreverent lyrical themes, which helped define the band's aesthetic. The album's distinctive sound contributed to the burgeoning industrial metal movement in the mid-90s, influencing subsequent artists and securing Hanzel und Gretyl's place in the genre. At the time of its release in 1995, Hanzel und Gretyl was establishing themselves within the industrial metal scene following their debut album, 'Transmissions from the Satellite Heart'. 'Ausgeflippt' marked their artistic evolution as they began to incorporate more satirical and theatrical elements into their music, solidifying their unique identity.

How many songs are on Ausgeflippt?

Ausgeflippt has 13 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Ausgeflippt

Hanzel und Gretyl · 1995

55 min · 13 tracks · industrial metal

Aggressive industrial metal fuses with darkly humorous lyrics, creating an unsettling yet captivating sonic experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Star System Wolf 424 — This brief opener encapsulates the album's sci-fi themes with a haunting atmosphere that sets the tone for what's to come.
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0 Gemini 31 — The track combines heavy guitar riffs with electronic elements, exemplifying the band's industrial sound while showcasing their trademark humor.
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Shine 2001 — A standout track that juxtaposes catchy hooks with dark, ironic lyrics, highlighting the band's ability to blend accessibility with depth.
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Watch TV Do Nothing — This track critiques consumer culture through a relentless rhythm and sharp lyrics, making it a thought-provoking commentary on modern society.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's aggressive sound and dynamic shifts create a compelling industrial metal experience.

What we noticed

The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets an aggressive tone, maintained through the first half of the tracklist.
Several tracks incorporate samples and electronic elements that enhance the industrial sound, particularly in 'Watch TV Do Nothing' and 'Essen Sheißen und Geld machen'.
The final track features a gradual fade-out that contrasts with the intensity of earlier songs, providing a sense of closure.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Star System Wolf 424 1:12
2 0 Gemini 31 4:02
3 Galaxia Malakia 4:26
4 Shine 2001 3:31
5 Stress Pill 3:02
6 Dementia Solaris 4:12
7 Meisterfrau 4:38
8 38 Lashes 4:52
9 L’Experience des dificultés technique 3:49
10 Watch TV Do Nothing 3:46
11 Essen Sheißen und Geld machen 3:26
12 Apa Mare 2:48
13 Umbra Penumbra 11:23

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