Pretty Hate Machine
Nine Inch Nails · 1989 · 3 tracks
This album hits hard. 2 of 3 tracks rate intense — know which quieter tracks to reach for first.
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Frequently asked about Pretty Hate Machine
Answered from our measurements of every track above.
What is the most intense Pretty Hate Machine track?
Of the 3 Pretty Hate Machine tracks we've measured, “Terrible Lie” scores highest at 64/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest Pretty Hate Machine track?
“Something I Can Never Have” measures gentlest at 46/100. It runs 85 BPM. The tracks here span 46–64 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is Pretty Hate Machine overall?
Pretty Hate Machine averages 58/100 intensity across 3 measured tracks — more charged than the 46/100 average across our whole catalog.
What is the average tempo of Pretty Hate Machine?
The Pretty Hate Machine tracks we've measured average about 109 BPM — midtempo.
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