Plastik cover

Plastik

Oomph! · 1999

52 min · 13 tracks · industrial metal · Neue Deutsche Härte

Industrial metal fused with electronic elements and provocative lyrics, creating a dark, pulsating atmosphere.

Why this album works

'Plastik' is noteworthy for its commercial success in the German-speaking world, charting prominently and solidifying Oomph!'s place in the Neue Deutsche Härte movement. The album's blend of heavy soundscapes and lyrical themes about identity resonated with listeners, influencing subsequent German rock bands.
Best for
steady mid-tempo pulsating flow dark atmosphere for introspection engaging narrative through tracks
Context
Released in 1999, 'Plastik' was Oomph!'s fifth studio album and marked their transition into mainstream recognition. Following the success of 'Unrein', they embraced a more polished sound while maintaining their aggressive industrial roots.
If you like
industrial metal, Neue Deutsche Härte

Tracklist

13 tracks·52:30

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

  • 1 Das weiße Licht Standout 4:00
  • 2 Kennst du mich? 4:44
  • 3 Scorn Standout 4:01
  • 4 Keine Luft mehr 3:59
  • 5 Hunger Standout 4:10
  • 6 Nothing Is Real 4:00
  • 7 Mein Traum 4:34
  • 8 Always 3:46
  • 9 Goldenes Herz 4:30
  • 10 I Come Alive 4:22
  • 11 Fieber 4:12
  • 12 My Own Private Prison 4:12
  • 13 Das weiße Licht (Refraction) 1:55

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