What makes Reich & sexy by Die Toten Hosen notable?

The album features the hit single 'Hier kommt Alex', which became a staple of the band's live performances and contributed to its chart success, reaching high positions in German music charts. Furthermore, 'Reich & sexy' is noted for its critical reception, showcasing Die Toten Hosen's ability to blend social commentary with catchy punk melodies, thus influencing a generation of punk bands in Germany. When 'Reich & sexy' was released in 1993, Die Toten Hosen were already established as one of Germany's leading punk bands, following their breakthrough album 'Auflösen!' in 1988. This album marked their fifth studio release and solidified their popularity within the German-speaking world while continuing to push boundaries in punk rock with their bold lyrical themes and energetic sound.

Who is Reich & sexy for?

Reich & sexy works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, sardonic humor throughout tracks and dynamic journey of rebellion.

How many songs are on Reich & sexy?

Reich & sexy has 20 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Reich & sexy

Die Toten Hosen · 1993

68 min · 20 tracks · punk

A raw and rebellious punk rock explosion infused with sardonic humor and vibrant energy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like pacing with peaks
sardonic humor throughout tracks
dynamic journey of rebellion
party energy for gatherings
anthems for cathartic release

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek calm, serene sounds

Where this album fits

Themes: A Clockwork Orange influence· punk cultural critique
Career context: When 'Reich & sexy' was released in 1993, Die Toten Hosen were already established as one of Germany's leading punk bands, following their breakthrough album 'Auflösen!' in 1988. This album marked their fifth studio release and solidified their popularity within the German-speaking world while continuing to push boundaries in punk rock with their bold lyrical themes and energetic sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Die Ärzte· Bad Religion· Pennywise
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Suffer by Bad Religion — Combines aggressive punk sound with thought-provoking lyrics, echoing similar cultural critiques.

...And Out Come the Wolves by Rancid — Merges vibrant punk energy and rebellious themes, resonating with Die Toten Hosen's spirit.

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Tracklist

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

1 Hier kommt Alex 4:30
2 Alles wird gut 3:37
3 Alles aus Liebe 4:33
4 Azzuro 2:35
5 Halbstark 2:33
6 Wünsch DIR was 4:15
7 Carnival in Rio (Punk Was) 3:09
8 Mehr davon 5:08
9 Liebesspieler 2:49
10 Wort zum Sonntag 4:18
11 Born to Lose 3:21
12 Sascha … ein aufrechter Deutscher 2:35
13 1000 gute Gründe 3:22
14 All die ganzen Jahre 3:18
15 Liebeslied 3:42
16 Opelgang 1:55
17 Wir sind bereit 1:54
18 Eisgekühlter Bommerlunder 2:57
19 Hip Hop Bommi Bop 4:15
20 Bis zum bitteren Ende 3:08

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