Nitzer Ebb - Warsaw Ghetto Remixes -CDM- (c) 1990 Power Of Voice Com
Artist....: Nitzer Ebb
Album.....: Warsaw Ghetto Remixes
Type......: Maxi
Source....: CDDA
Tracks....: 04
Genre.....: Electronic
Label.....: Power Of Voice Communications
Catalogue#: CDNEBX2
Encoder...: LAME 3.90.3 Mod VBR
Quality...: VBR kbps / 44.1Hz / Joint-Stereo
URL.......: http://www.discogs.com/release/296796
Tracklist:
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01 Warsaw Ghetto (Dub Mix) 06:03
02 So Bright, So Strong (Radio Mix) 04:15
03 Warsaw Ghetto (Radio Mix) 03:51
04 Warsaw Ghetto (Rap Mix) 07:09
Total:31,7 MBB / 21:18 min
Release Notes:
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This is a rare oldie but goodie from Nitzer-Ebb
http://www.nitzer-ebb.com/
Looks like they have come back from band oblivion and are ready to tour
again - so check them out.
Bio from their website:
With an unusual name, Teutonic beats and aggressive sound, it is often
assumed that Nitzer Ebb originated within the German techno scene, but
the truth of the matter is that this trio hailed from the UK,
Chelmsford in Essex to be precise. Formed in 1982 by school friends
Douglas McCarthy [Lead vocals, guitar], Vaughn 'Bon' Harris [vocals,
percussion, guitars] and David Gooday, [percussion], Nitzer Ebb were
influenced by the harder sounds of the early techno pop scene,
distilling elements from several other genres too until they had
created their own identifiable sound, characterised by extremely
powerful rhythms, minimal sequenced hooklines and fierce, chanted
lyrics.
From staging small shows in their local area, Nitzer Ebb's infectious
mix of pounding beats, militaristic imagery, angst and anger was soon
filling alternative dancefloors across the UK, leading to live dates in
London where the group caught the attention of PWL producer Phil
Harding. Realising the trio's potential he helped them establish the
label Power Of Voice Communications, producing and releasing their
debut single "Isn't It Funny How Your Body Works?"(1985).
The Nitzer Ebb sound was one of an impassioned techno rage, captured
perfectly on three further singles "Warsaw Ghetto"(1985), "Warsaw
Ghetto Remixes"(1986) and "Let Your Body Learn"(1986) which all raised
their profile considerably to the extent that in Europe they were soon
regarded as the leading exponents of the new Hard Beat or Electronic
Body Music (EBM) scene.
Taking Phil Harding with them, Nitzer Ebb signed to Mute in November
1986 and released the extremely brutal beats of "Murderous"(1986)
followed by the 'International Funk Aggression' of "Let Your Body
Learn" (1987) a smash hit in the clubs of New York, whilst the
follow-up "Join In The Chant"(1987) was an early and somewhat unlikely
hit on the UK acid house scene. Their debut album "That Total Age"
(1987) captured the essence of Nitzer Ebb in a perfectly formed
package, its combination of controlled anger and irresistible rhythm
that becoming for many the most definitive example of the Nitzer Ebb
sound.
Embarking on a worldwide tour they discovered that their energetic live
show was also just what dance music fans had been waiting for, their
popularity on the Spanish coast alone resulting in a demand for 3 gigs
a night.
This infectious sound attracted the attention of fellow Essex lads and
label mates Depeche Mode who invited Nitzer Ebb to accompany them on
the lengthy European leg of a highly successful world tour, exposing
them to exactly the right audience for their sound and image. Returning
to the studio following the tour theycompleted their next album
"Belief" (1989) as a duo following the departure of David Gooday and
ditching their militaristic image in favour of a more subtle approach
to their output. Regular producer Phil Harding also left for pastures
new and was replaced by Mark "Flood' Ellis, who in beginning a long
relationship with McCarthy and Harris was also instrumental in steering
them towards a more refined sound. With Nitzer Ebb's own world tour in
the pipeline the duo recruited Julian Beeston to assist them with
Beeston becoming a regular contributor both on and off stage.
Their third album "Showtime"(1990) revealed a less confrontational
sound and an accessibility that particularly appealed to audiences in
the USA. The single "Fun To Be Had"(1990) even received a groovy remix
by grandfather of funk George Clinton and reached number 2 in the US
dance charts.
By the time Nitzer Ebb released "Ebbhead" (1991) even a previously
reluctant music press were warming to their sound. On this release
Nitzer Ebb were slower and more orchestrated, mixing their hard,
industrial beat with raw guitar samples and more fully developed songs.
Promoting the album with a global tour that took them from the southern
states of the USA to appreciative audiences in Siberia, Nitzer Ebb were
enjoying the fruits of their truly international appeal.
By the time that their fifth album "Big Hit" (1995) arrived, Nitzer Ebb
had been through another metamorphosis. Gone was the techno rage that
had become their signature, being replaced instead with a wider use of
real instruments, particularly guitars and drums. The songs too were
more complex, dividing Nitzer Ebb's fan base between those who simply
wanted them to go on making Electronic Body Music and those who
supported their desire to develop. David Gooday rejoined the group but
purely to provide artwork for this album and McCarthy and Harris hired
a third member, Jason Payne [percussion] to their main line-up,
recruiting John Napier [guitars, percussion] to assist with their live
performances. "Big Hit" was their last record to date with all
concerned taking an 'extended hiatus' following its completion which
effectively spelled the end of Nitzer Ebb's activities as a group.
Since "Big Hit" Nitzer Ebb's members have chosen to concentrate on
their various solo and side projects, a practice McCarthy, Harris and
Beeston had begun in 1989 with their collaboration with Die Krupps.
Douglas McCarthy has been a regular collaborator with Depeche Mode's
Alan Wilder on his Recoil project. Bon Harris meanwhile has relocated
to Los Angeles worked as 13mg and with his latest three piece outfit
Maven.
The rediscovery of the Hard Beat/Electronic Body Music genre by a new
generation of music fans has seen Richie Hawtin (Plastikman) include
Nitzer Ebb's 'Let Your Body Learn' on his seductive "Decks EFX &
909"(1999) mix compilation and an exciting set of Nitzer Ebb remixes
commissioned by novamute. The series of three 12" singles have seen
Derrick May, Thomas P. Heckmann, Terence Fixmer, The Hacker, Phil
Kieran and LFO's Mark Bell get to grips with the classic vintage of
"Let Your Body Learn" (1987/2002),"Control I'm Here"(1988/2004)
"Murderous"(1986/2004),'Shame' - Nitzer Ebb vs. Thomas P. Heckmann'
(1989/2001) and "Join In The Chant"- Nitzer Ebb vs. Derrick May
(1987/2001), the latter being a previously unreleased 1989 remix by the
godfather of techno himself.
2004 sees Mute Records honour the enduring influence of Nitzer Ebb with
a comprehensive retrospective entitled "Body of Work" (2004). This
double CD and DVD package is sure to thrill both converts and the
uninitiated alike, and with the growth of interest in a period of
electronic music's history that Nitzer Ebb made their own, is sure to
see their rampant energy moving dance floors all over the world once
more.