Formed in 1982 in Chelmsford, England, Nitzer Ebb quickly became pioneers of the Electronic Body Music movement, delivering an aggressive mix of hard-hitting beats, commanding vocals, and politically charged lyrics. Founding members Douglas McCarthy (vocals), Bon Harris (synthesizers, programming, drums), and David Gooday (drums) established a sound that drew heavily from punk energy while leveraging the emerging electronic scene.
Their breakthrough album, That Total Age (1987), featuring hits like "Join in the Chant," propelled them to the forefront of the industrial and EBM genres. They followed up with the critically acclaimed albums Belief (1989), Showtime (1990), and Ebbhead (1991), cementing their influence in clubs and on the airwaves worldwide.
Their back catalog has been reissued by Pylon Records, including remastered versions of their seminal albums, offering fans a chance to rediscover their groundbreaking sound on vinyl and CD. These re-releases reaffirm Nitzer Ebb's lasting impact on electronic and industrial music, inspiring a new generation of artists and listeners alike.