Fixed
Nine Inch Nails · 1992
40 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · ambient · industrial music
An unsettling blend of industrial rhythms and haunting soundscapes that redefine the boundaries of electronic music.
Why this album works
'Fixed' is notable for its innovative approach to remixing, showcasing contributions from influential artists like Coil and J.G. Thirlwell. The release further solidified Nine Inch Nails' reputation within the industrial scene and demonstrated the potential of remixed works to offer new interpretations of established songs.
- Best for
- unsettling soundscapes for deep focus immersive listening for late nights cathartic release of pent-up tension
- Context
- Following the success of their groundbreaking debut, 'Pretty Hate Machine', Nine Inch Nails was transitioning into a darker, more experimental phase. 'Fixed', released in late 1992, showcases remixes of tracks from their previous album and acts as a bridge to the heavier sound explored in 'The Downward Spiral'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Linkin Park· Green Day· Beck· Neil Young· Tori Amos· Ariana Grande· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gave Up (remixed by Coil with Danny Hyde) Standout 5:25
- 2 Wish (remixed by J.G. Thirlwell) Standout 9:10
- 3 Happiness in Slavery (remixed by Trent Reznor and Chris Vrenna with P.K.) Standout 6:08
- 4 Throw This Away (assembled by Trent Reznor and Chris Vrenna with Butch Vig) 4:14
- 5 Fist Fuck (remixed by J.G. Thirlwell) 7:20
- 6 Screaming Slave 8:02
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