Helta Skelta
Turbonegro · 1993
65 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · punk · glam punk
A raucous blend of glam punk and hard rock, drenched in irreverent humor and provocative themes.
Why this album works
'Helta Skelta' is significant for its fusion of punk rock aesthetics with glam influences, contributing to the development of the Norwegian punk scene. The album received positive reviews and helped the band gain traction internationally, paving the way for their later success with 'Apocalypse Dudes.'
- Best for
- wave-like energy shifts irreverent humor and provocations dynamic finale with intensity
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Helta Skelta' was Turbonegro's third album, following their debut 'Hot Cars' and the sophomore effort 'Never Is Forever.' At this point, the band was solidifying its identity within the punk scene, blending outrageous theatricality with raw energy as they began to establish a cult following.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Backyard Babies· Hanoi Rocks· The Dogs D'Amour
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Librium Love Standout 3:51
- 2 Suburban Anti-Christ Standout 2:00
- 3 Armed and Fairly Well Equipped 4:08
- 4 Vaya con Satan Standout 4:05
- 5 Punk Pals 1:22
- 6 New Wave Song 2:12
- 7 Manimal 4:15
- 8 Dark Secret Girl 2:02
- 9 Hot Cars 3:07
- 10 Clenched Teeth 2:28
- 11 Nadsat Comes Easy 4:33
- 12 Kiss the Knife 1:54
- 13 Zonked Out (On Hashish) 2:04
- 14 I’m in Love With the Destructive Girls 2:18
- 15 A Career in Indierock 24:36
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