What makes Nasty by The Prodigy notable?

'Nasty' received significant attention for its raw intensity and was well-received by fans and critics alike, peaking at number one on the UK Dance Chart. Its release also underscored The Prodigy's influence in the big beat genre, reaffirming their status in the electronic music scene. Released in early 2015, 'Nasty' marked The Prodigy's return after a four-year hiatus following their 2011 album, 'Invaders Must Die'. This single served as a precursor to their sixth studio album, showcasing their commitment to evolving their sound while staying true to their electronic roots.

How many songs are on Nasty?

Nasty has 4 tracks, running approximately 17 minutes.

Nasty

The Prodigy · 2015

17 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

A pulsating blend of aggressive beats and distorted samples that epitomizes The Prodigy's relentless energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Nasty — The title track captures the album's core essence with its aggressive hooks and driving rhythms, symbolizing the band's signature sound evolution.
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Nasty (Zinc remix) — This remix reinterprets the original with a fresh perspective, highlighting Zinc's unique production style while maintaining the track's intense energy.
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Nasty (Spor remix) — Spor's remix adds an intricate layer of drum and bass elements, enhancing the track's complexity and appealing to a wider electronic audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases The Prodigy's energetic sound but lacks depth and variety across its short tracklist.

What we noticed

The title track features a relentless beat that maintains a high energy level throughout its duration, with aggressive synth lines layered over distorted samples.
The single's structure emphasizes a repetitive hook that reinforces its intensity, making it suitable for dance settings.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Nasty marked a significant return, generating attention and anticipation for the following album.
Themes: societal discontent· post-2000 rebellion· dark electronic punk
Career context: Released in early 2015, 'Nasty' marked The Prodigy's return after a four-year hiatus following their 2011 album, 'Invaders Must Die'. This single served as a precursor to their sixth studio album, showcasing their commitment to evolving their sound while staying true to their electronic roots.
Stylistic neighbors: The Chemical Brothers· Fatboy Slim· Pendulum