Ein kleines bisschen Horrorschau cover

Ein kleines bisschen Horrorschau

Die Toten Hosen · 1988

42 min · 12 tracks · punk

A raw and energetic blend of punk riffs with sharp, socially conscious lyrics bursting with urgency.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • socially conscious themes explored
  • short bursts of urgency
  • for group sing-alongs
  • great for driving with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, more reflective music
  • looking for long-form compositions

Where this album fits

Themes
political tension in Germany· monotony of daily life
Career context
When 'Ein kleines bisschen Horrorschau' was released in 1988, Die Toten Hosen were solidifying their place in the German punk scene following their breakthrough album, 'Opel-Gang'. This album came during a period of increased political tension in Germany, which influenced the band's themes and lyrical content.
Stylistic neighbors
Die Ärzte· Bad Religion· Pennywise
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables by Dead Kennedys — Both feature politically charged lyrics delivered with raw punk intensity, addressing social issues head-on.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hier kommt Alex 4:59
  • 2 1000 gute Gründe 3:17
  • 3 Ein Schritt zuviel 2:33
  • 4 Keine Ahnung 2:20
  • 5 Die Farbe Grau 3:43
  • 6 180 Grad 4:37
  • 7 Mehr davon 5:22
  • 8 Zahltag 2:32
  • 9 35 Jahre 2:28
  • 10 Musterbeispiel 3:55
  • 11 Testbild 3:29
  • 12 Bye, Bye Alex 3:00

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