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Auswärtsspiel

Die Toten Hosen · 2002

57 min · 18 tracks · punk

Energetic punk anthems collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of youthful rebellion and social critique.

Why this album works

'Auswärtsspiel' was well-received, debuting at number one on the German charts and reinforcing Die Toten Hosen's relevance in contemporary music. The album's themes and energetic sound resonated particularly with younger audiences, contributing to a renewed interest in punk during the early 2000s.
Best for
steady mid-tempo energy youthful rebellion themes introspective lyrics for reflection
Context
By the time 'Auswärtsspiel' was released in 2002, Die Toten Hosen were already established as a leading force in German punk rock. This album marked their ninth studio release, following the successful 'Unsterblich' in 1999, solidifying their legacy within the genre while continuing to engage with pressing social issues.
Stylistic neighbors
Deus· Guano Apes· Beatsteaks· Bela B· Reamonn· Duran Duran· Björk· U2

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Du lebst nur einmal (vorher) 2:09
  • 2 Schlampe (nachher) 3:01
  • 3 Was zählt Standout 4:37
  • 4 Auswärtsspiel 2:35
  • 5 Cokane in My Brain Standout 3:22
  • 6 Graue Panther 2:52
  • 7 Tier 1:15
  • 8 Kanzler sein … 3:26
  • 9 Das Mädchen aus Rottweil 3:18
  • 10 Dankbar 2:54
  • 11 Nur zu Besuch 4:29
  • 12 Daydreaming 3:10
  • 13 Steh auf, wenn du am Boden bist Standout 3:52
  • 14 Amanita Phalloides 2:26
  • 15 Depression Deluxe 3:08
  • 16 Schwimmen 3:33
  • 17 Venceremos – Wir werden siegen 3:26
  • 18 Kein Alkohol (ist auch keine Lösung)! 3:51

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