Revolution Ballroom
Nina Hagen · 1993
66 min · 15 tracks · punk · swing · Neue Deutsche Welle
Eclectic fusion of punk energy and theatrical pop, layered with vibrant instrumentation and bold vocal performances.
Why this album works
'Revolution Ballroom' is notable for its blend of styles that captures the transitional period of German music in the early '90s. While it did not achieve major chart success, it received significant attention for its eclectic sound, influencing a generation of artists exploring genre boundaries and personal expression.
- Best for
- steady flow with vibrant energy theatrical performances ignite passion danceable tracks for celebration
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Revolution Ballroom' marked Nina Hagen's return to the music scene after a period of relative quiet following her 1985 album 'Street'. At this point, she was embracing a more commercial sound while still retaining her avant-garde roots, reflecting the evolving landscape of post-reunification Germany.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nena· Peter Schilling· Extrabreit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So Bad 4:59
- 2 Revolution Ballroom Standout 3:55
- 3 Right on Time 3:32
- 4 Pollution Pirates Standout 4:15
- 5 King of Hearts 4:36
- 6 L'amore 5:38
- 7 Pillow Talk 5:05
- 8 Berlin Standout 4:54
- 9 I'm Gonna Live the Life 3:50
- 10 Gypsy Love 4:37
- 11 Omhaidakhandi 5:51
- 12 Wedding Suite: Philly Wedding 3:50
- 13 Wedding Suite: Hard Core Wedding 2:47
- 14 Go Ahead (dance version) 4:25
- 15 So Bad (Utah Saints edit) 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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