SERENE FALL - Sorry, No Birthday Music 2014

I know it's summer and Serene Fall aren't known for funny songs, but given the current situation, I've taken the trouble to find a suitable Adequate. In their final years, the band recorded their sets live in their rehearsal room before concerts and sold the CDs, lovingly packaged, for a small fee in the city where they later performed. A fantastic idea, I think. Today, they're highly sought after and coveted by Serene Fall fans. I have no idea how many of these CD's exist, but each one is unique, handmade and comes in a high-gloss fotopaper and this one features eight nuggets in the typical anxious, desperate and angry Serene Fall style, recorded on 29.09.2014, and since some of my favorite songs are on this Fucker I didn't have to think long. I have some more CD's at the start and when I'm not in love they will surely follow. Enjoy!

Little 50/Two Hearts/Rupture/Your Name/Peter's Nightmare/Silent World/The Punishment/Faces/Smiling Shadow

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ANDREA'S AUSLAUF - Schwarzer Humor [Tape] 1987

A not uninteresting audio document from the former GDR follows now and I use an excellent description that I could not write better: "A lovingly designed and detailed MajorLabel re-release of the Suhl Punk band's legendary 1987 demo tape. Comes in a sturdy inside-out gatefold cover with a 28-page, 4c LP-sized booklet, A2 poster (cover image) and download code! Limited and numbered to 600 copies, 350 in black, 250 in red vinyl. Already featured on the groundbreaking Too Much Future - Punkrock GDR 1980-1989,' a previously criminally neglected gem of GDR Punk is now finally honored: Andrea's Auslauf from Suhl (1984-1987). The band was founded in 1983/84 in the Suhl Montagskreis circle by Wolf (vocals/guitars), Andreas (bass) & Thomas (drums), musicians who had previously been active in local Punk/Wave bands. From the very beginning, the band's wave influence was striking, shaped by West German acts like Fehlfarben and Abwärts. As local scene celebrities with numerous gigs, Andrea's Auslauf released their 21-song demo tape in 1987 in a proud album format, which is released here for the first time – carefully remastered – on vinyl. Shortly after 'Schwarzer Humor', the band disbanded; some members later played with DIE BASTARDS, MESSER BANZANI and WARTBURGS FÜR WALTER. To this day, scene insiders consider 'Schwarzer Humor' to be one of the best GDR Punk releases ever. The lavish booklet contains all the song lyrics, previously unpublished and completely restored photos, as well as a comprehensive band biography and scene description, naturally from firsthand sources. A major label co-production with Trümmer Pogo, Elbtal Records and Heldenstadt Anders e.V." - Conclusion: Another great nugget of East German Punk history.

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BENZIN - Demo [Tape] 2019

We stay in Berlin and meet a four piece called Benzin and they consisted of Anne (vocals), Phuong Vu (guitars), T. Rexilius (bass) & Denes (drums). A jagged, agile strumming guitar, a furious drum kit, pissed-off vocals, a helter-skelter sound: That's the sounds of Benzin. They founded 2019 and in the same year the first demo with seven excellent smashers was released, four years later a live tape followed. They are a HardcorePunk band with heart and songs that are centered around catchy riffs with outbursts and the zeitgeist of the Eighties HC scene. Last year they released their debut album Treibjagd on StaticAge Records and Benzin stands for distinctiveness and feels comfortable in the underground and has little interest in being "discovered". This little sucker is a blistering barrage of blazing beats and breakneck bursts and it's good to see that the Punk spirit is alive. Now I'm going out and enjoying the sun.

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CRAPSCRAPERS - Don't Waste Money EP 1985

An extremely cozy 7-inch with delicate sounds of the Eighties, and I'm really surprised that there's excellent information about the young combo on discogs, which I'm happy to include here: Hardcore Punk from Spandau/West Germany. Crapscrapers from Berlin started in early 1984 as a three piece band, founded by singer and guitarist Bruno, the driving force of the band. The members were: Bruno (vocals/guitar), Blume (bass), Thomé (drums). With this line-up, they released the self-produced tape 'Alle Haben Gekotzt, Nur Ich Nicht' in 1984, followed in spring 1985 by the EP 'Don't Waste Money', recorded in October 1984. In May 1985, singer Kunterbunt joined the band as the fourth member. With this line-up, they recorded two songs co-written by Kunterbunt in the Studio Kerngehäuse in Kreuzberg in fall of 1985 for a planned compilation LP - one of them, "Next Generation", was released on the Kulturschock Attacke Vol.1 Compilation in 1986. The track "Soccer" was instead released on the German Spiel Ohne Grenzen (W.Bärlin "DDR" Sampler) tape in 1986, both tracks were also released on V/A - But This Product Is Crap ! Compilation tape in 1986.

From then on, drummer Thomé was replaced at rehearsals by Marina from Subkultur due to differences in opinion. The band did not split up in 1985, as wrongly stated in the booklet of 'Spiel Ohne Grenzen' - the year 1985 merely marked significant changes in the band's line-up and with it a change in the band's style. They continued to rehearse and write new material, their sound became more compact and powerful over time - but they no longer performed live and there were no further releases. Guitarist Bruno became more and more influenced by speed/thrash metal during this time, which was noticeable in some of the newer songs from this period, e.g. "Bad Attitude" and "Rhythm Of Death". Sometime between 1986/87 they changed their name to Bad Attitude (not to be confused with the german Punk band Bad Attitude who were active at the same time). The result of all these developments was a studio recording in March 1988 of the song "Rhythm Of Death" for a planned EP under the new band name - with Marina on drums and Matze from Malinheads on bass. But there were still plenty of straight forward HardcorePunk songs, like the also new tracks "Theory" & "Abortion", as well as mid-paced punk songs - unfortunately, no material from this period was ever released.

In the course of 1988, the band broke up for good. Bruno later played with Malinheads and can be heard on their 1991 split LP with MVD. Two identical pressings of 500 copies each, only the cover layout has been slightly changed for the second one. Decent board with eight noisy highlights. Cheers!

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KALTWETTERFRONT - Wenn Kaputt-Dann Wir Spass 1982

I hope the Easter holidays are pleasant and you can relax and unwind from the drudgery of everyday life and enjoy some good music. Today I'm coming to a rare record that's not without interest. Not necessarily a Punk classic, but an important building block of the Hanover underground scene. After the debut Inkubationszeit lead singer Bernie left the band, and the previous drummer Micha, took the mic. Thomas "Tier" Wolff of the Cretins and Blut+Eisen became the new drummer, and the second and final album was finally released on Frostschutz Records and represents a significant step in the band's development. Musically, the album oscillates between Punk, NewWave, and Post-Punk, making it an interesting document of the early Eighties. Thirteen rough and unpolished songs with an energetic guitar riffs and driving rhythms. They shine with a variety of sound textures to convey their messages, with the use of synthesizers in some tracks adding a futuristic touch. Particularly noteworthy are the catchy melodies, which exude a certain optimism despite the often dark lyrics. The words are characterized by a mixture of irony and seriousness. Topics such as alienation, social norms, and dealing with one's own identity are addressed in a direct and often provocative way. The band manages to create a connection between personal experiences and social observations, making the lyrics both relatable and thought-provoking. It sounds very authentic and passionate, which is also reflected in the energy of the recordings. Overall, a very good record with catchy melodies and a valuable piece of German music history from the early rebel years. 

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ROTZKOTZ - Kein Problem 7'' 1980

Second vinyl and only 7Inch by Rotzkotz from Hanover (active 1977-1982) on Welt-Rekord. The band emerged in the late Seventies, made a significant contribution to the German Punk & New Wave scene with their album "Much Funny." However, as with many releases from this era, there are both positives and negatives. It is characterized by a raw, energetic sound, and the instrumentation is simple but effective, distorted guitar riffs, driving drum rhythms, and a concise bass create an atmosphere that invites you to sing along and dance, complemented by the direct and forthright vocals. However, one could criticize the lack of musical complexity in some places. The melodies are catchy but often predictable, which calls into question the longevity of the songs. The lyrics reflect the spirit of the time and address everyday problems and frustrations that we are all familiar with. Nevertheless, the lyrical content sometimes remains superficial and offers little deeper insight. One could argue that the band gets lost in clichés instead of offering new perspectives. Overall, this little sunshine is an interesting time capsule, and with its energy and attitude, Rotzkotz succeeds in conveying a message that remains relevant today. However, the piece lacks the musical depth and lyrical substance to make it a timeless work in the annals of music history. For fans, the single is certainly worth a look, while other listeners may not get their money's worth. 

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V/A - Berlin Frisbee #02 EP 2002

Second 7Inch Compilation in the small Berlin Frisbee series, released alongside the masterpiece Wenn Kaputt Dann Wir Spass. All of this material is a fascinating piece of divine music that powerfully captures the pulsating energy and creativity of the Berlin underground scene. Upon first listening, I was immediately impressed by the diversity and innovative approach of the tracks included. The compilation offers an exciting mix and reflects the feeling of early, spontaneous basement bands, and each track brings its own character, making the overall listening experience extremely pleasant and varied. It's impressive how diversely the then enclave of Berlin managed to combine its influences while simultaneously presenting its own distinctive style. Many of the songs are not only musically appealing, but also emotionally profound. The lyrics tell stories that range from personal experiences to social issues, and this symbiosis simply sticks in your mind, making listening to this little nostalgic record an intense experience. The recordings are consistently high-quality, and Weird System, as always, has selected the best nuggets. Creative and experimental, Berlin Frisbee #02 is an excellent homage that brings the early Punk rebellion into your home. It's a record I enjoy playing again and again to preserve my identity and be swept away by the energy of the raw sound. 1000 hand numbered copies and an absolute must-have!

1.Nichts Geseh'n - IXTOC-1

2.Ridin' On The 262 - PVC

3.Irrenhaus - ZERFALL

4.Kaiser Wilhelm - ZERSTÖRTE JUGEND

5.Fair Fick - BETONCOMBO

6.Waiting For The Eighties - TEMPO

7.Linus Von Skateboard - SQUANDERED MESSAGE

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V/A - Ei Gude Wie 2015

Back with a local compilation from the beautiful state of Hesse and this beauty features Hessian Cult Hits, that's says the cover but cult isn't the right word, what is cult? There are about 80% good songs on it, that's why I ordered the CD and the Bembel on the front fits our culture and we drink the delicious Äppelwoin out this. My version is called Bloodstains Across Hessen with more Punk material. For me, this thing is not a bad buy, good selection and ideal for tourists. Phew, I'm a bit irradiated and so I'll say goodbye quickly and see you tomorrow, enjoy the music!

1.Ei Gude Wie - RODGAU MONOTONES

2.Phonhaus - CRACKERS

3.Ich Wär So Gern Mal Michael Jackson - FLATSCH!

4.Du Lachst Immer Noch - HOB GOBLIN

5.Big Mäc - FEINBEIN

6.Ich Bin So Cool - ADAM & THE MICKY'S

7.Die Hesse Komme! - RODGAU MONOTONES 

8.Immer Das Gleiche - STRASSENJUNGS

9.Pornokino - CRACKERS

10.Zärtliche Gefühle - MÖLLER

11.Weniger Ist Mehr - SASCHA KRIEGER

12.Wurstwasser - MUNDSTUHL

13.Badekapp - FLATSCH!

14.Die Runkelreuweroppmaschin Fährt Tanzen - ADAM & THE MICKY'S

15.Gnadenlos Erotisch - HOB GOBLIN

16.Is Nur Kino (Live) - RODGAU MONOTONES

17.Klassenfahrt Zum Titisee - CRACKERS

18.Durchgemacht - STRASSENJUNGS

19.Ich Brauch' Meinen Suff - TANKARD

20.Bembel With Care - V8 WIXXXER

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CRETINS & BLUT+EISEN - Dachau Disco 7'' 1984

Absolutely brilliant split 7inch from two German combos that I really appreciate and whose records served me well in my early days as  Punkrocker and still boom from my speakers and shouldn't be missing in any collection: Cretins and Blut+Eisen, both from Hanover and this is a rare piece from Weird System and as far as I know both tracks are only available on this little fucker. Discogs says: Dachau Disco was a new recording, first released on the infamous HanNOver FunFunFun (why hasn't this been posted yet?) Compilation, here with slightly changed lyrics to avoid any previous accusations of fascism. It's not that important, this 7Inch is a highlight of German Wertarbeit and everything fits on it. I think, the first 1000 copies came in yellow vinyl and are very sought after among collectors today. With this I have made you happy once again and now I am withdrawing into my darkness. Cheers!

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HOTEL KEMPAUSKI - Sternzeichen Kartoffel - Aszendent Sauerkraut EP 2022

It's been a while since I presented you a new, promising band from Schleswig-Holstein, Hotel Kempauski, and back then I was still working with a band member who unfortunately changed his employer, since then there's Funkstille, but that doesn't stop me from wishing his band continued positive vibes. This little EP is their latest vinyl release to my knowledge and in advance, with which I can only agree, a little official info: The self-proclaimed building society Punks from Kiel are taking HardcorePunk into its long overdue midlife crisis. Live, they offer speed, cynicism, lengthy announcements and Hotel Kempauski deliver solid melodies to combat the tristesse and let off steam and they made it cool, because they're good at it. It's rough, it's loud, it's splendid. Six decent banger with the typically North German confusing lyrics, but very clear (it's really interesting how they went from the potato harvest to democracy, + other cool associations... simply delicious), and after nine minutes you're back in reality. Six songs, limited edtion of 250 copies, self-released and it's worth to visit their homebase for more releases. 

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THE NIKOTEENS - Slamdance Party Vol.3 1986

When we talk about Ingolstadt, only one band immediately comes to my mind: The Nikoteens. I'm sure fans of quality German HardcorePunk will know straight away that the guys have released their first album via the Cologne Malermeister, which doesn't sound bad at all. Circa two years later a tape was recorded named Hardcore Holocaust (1985), which can be read on the front cover, and thirteen of the eighteen songs were finally immortalized on this fucking vinyl, brought us by Starving Missile. And the fact that Americans also like fast, aggressive sounds from overseas is proven by a short and snappy review: Divided into a “Romantic” side and a “Realistic” side, this band pulls off an out-of-the-ordinary LP. Their punk is not generic usually, but doesn’t really drift into experimentation or post-punk to pull it off. Can’t really say what it is, but it’s a tad different. Worth checking out. (Tim Yohannan, MRR #38 • July 1986) The postman was just here with new material and I will get to it immediately to repay the donor who lent me the record. That means I'll be away for a while. Enjoy this brilliant album with a cold beer. I say Cheers, Baby!

- Great Thx to iNgo -

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CLOCK OF TIME - Pestilent Planet 12'' 2020

Time for something new and if you have Positive Energie #2, you know this band from Berlin, if not you should definitely catch up. Pestilent Planet is an extremely dark name for an album but take a look yourself, the record came out five years ago and nothing has changed and I think the band is more concerned with the stupid morons who are destroying our earth with their madness, profit thinking and useless ideas. You know exactly what I mean, look at Europe and the USA, what idiots are deciding there is no longer acceptable. But I don't want to get political, that's not what wdthtc is here for, you have surely your own opinion, I feel the album is very good and unfortunately it is their only album to date. A bit of info: Debut seven track 12Inch from Berlin’s Clock Of Time (Corey, Tobi, Nordberg, Seth & Kalo.) and it’s released a mere eight months (limited mailorder edition of 200 copies on translucent green vinyl) after they played their first gig. The band comes fully formed and up to speed but that is not surprising considering some of the members other projects such as Diät, Vexx and Useless Eaters. Pestilent Planet is a stunning statement of intent. The sound is a driving mix of PostPunk like Jeopardy era The Sound, and that classic 80's Death Rock that Vex and Arch Criminals perfected. It’s instant and urgent, for example just tracks like 'Rotten Master' which has a fuller Joy Division esque vibe especially in the skeletal guitar hook. It will be love on first listen." (Sean Forbes) - I'm tired, enough for today, it was a long day of music, enjoy!

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V/A - Wahrschauer CD #1 1995

Today we come to an interesting Compilation that was created by a Berlin fanzine called Wahrschauer in 1995. At that time, there was an increasing trend to include a free CD as a supplement in the Heftsche, see OX, ZAP or others, in order to introduce new bands/music to the valued readers and of course to give the respective protagonists a platform to become better known through the local scene and thus attract attention and thus enable concerts outside their radius. This didn't always meet with a positive response, some said it was only intended to increase their circulation to Punk fans, but I think it is an excellent idea, because it is the only way for the 'small' bands to have a chance of being heard. And the Berlin Wahrschauer fanzine stuck to this brilliantly, because most of the CDs featured Berlin bands and in some cases the quality was astonishing. The special thing about it is always the do-it-yourself booklet, you just have to cut out the stuff, the dimensions are excellently formatted on the jewel case and you have an excellent self-made copy, which is fun and saves money. I can't say whether that's still the case today, I bought my last fanzine around that time, in the late 90s. Today, with social networks and online reading, that's all a thing of the past, but that was innovation and you were always waiting for the new issue. Well, dear friends, that's how it is. You almost degenerate into a rotten vegetable. I still have a few of them in stock, not many, but they will come out eventually, enjoy the music. Cheers!

1.A Daily Event - GERM ATTACK

2.Voll Proll - 1.MAI 87

3.Ey, Aller - FISCHMOB

4.Time & Money - LAZY COWGIRLS

5.Shit Load Of Records - TWO SECOND MICKEY

6.2$ Haircut - STEAKKNIF

7.W.O.N.G - GUTER

8.American Revolution - LOVE 666

9.Untoten - UNTOTEN

10.H-Story - RAWSIDE

11.Neue Wege - FUCKIN' FACES

12.Die Erfinder - DIE STRAFE

13.00679 - YETI GIRLS

14.Sag Mir Nicht - HAMMERFALL

15.Lost In Mind - SHITYRI

16.Some People - THE HIPPRIESTS

17.HAF - H.A.F.

18.Tequilamond - FLUCHTWEG

19.Story Teller - KELLY

20.Lost - CUBAN REBEL GIRLS

21.Never Reached Marakesh - DREADCLUB

22.Full Of Kings - WHITE MANS BUFFALO

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HEAVY MÄDELS - Durchdrehn EP 1989

Today a little record that I'm sure many have been waiting for and since I'm a happiness maker, hahaha, I don't want to withhold this nugget from you. We are talking about the Heavy Mädels from Sindelfingen and they are the progenitor of Mädels No Mädels and this is their only 7Inch with six fantastic blasts on FAE Musik. They didn't have a big breakthrough, but here they sound musically rougher and the lyrics are also much more aggressive than later. Musically varied and definitely at home in '77 punk, plus the rich production, which in my opinion is rather untypical for a debut, makes this little piece of heaven essential. Bold melodies and damn authentic, that's what dirty Punkrock should sound like.

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TV-WA® - Berlin West EP 1980

Well, there's a lot of shit going on at the moment and I really have a lot to do to sort it all out, hence my brief absence, I wasn't really in the mood to post here or answer emails. It's another classic slump that life has thrown at me. And the info that krakenfiles is now completely rubbish with advertising etc. is also not convenient for me and I will not re-upload all the files. If you find a broken file, write it in the comments and I will change it. Today's record: TV-War was a four piece from Berlin and consisted of Matze (vocals/bass), David (guitars/vocals), Detlef (drums), Conny (piano/vocals) and this is, I think, their self-released debut with three cool goodies and the first release comes with a xeroxed sleeve and was limited of 100 copies. I like their rough sound and their critical lyrics, which often address social and political issues. TV-WAR was part of the ascending German Punk & New Wave scene and made a name for themselves through their energetic live performances and is considered influential within the Berlin subculture. Anyway, they have a record out and it's coming soon and the EP is absolutely recommendable.

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IDIOTS - Der S⁰⁴ Und Der BVB EP 1983

I would say that the guys who follow now are pretty popular with you and your comments and downloads show that, so I think it's time for the self-released debut record by the Idiots from Dortmund. They started in 1978 with slow Oi! Punk which you can hear on this record very well, then developed into HardcorePunk in the mid Eighties. A review: "The Idiots are a primitive, alcohol-swigging bunch from Germany. They stumble between Oi-influenced sing-alongs (like the title cut) and sloppy, enjoyable thrashers (like “Edeka”), all the while preserving a sense of humor and fuzzy guitar backing." (Jeff Bale, MRR #17 • September 1984) His words sum it up perfectly and that's the great thing about the band, it's not about political crap or world-weariness but about everyday life and its challenges and the way they put that into their lyrics is simply remarkable. This is probably the reason why many appreciate and love this band so much. Unfortunately, I haven't seen them live yet, at least I think so, my memory is also a bit failing. Anyway, great record with 5 hits!

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FEHLFARBEN - Agenten In Raucherkinos 12'' 1983

The last attempt to tie in with the past was made by Fehlfarben (... emerged from the free-spirited Düsseldorf Pioneers Mittagspause, who had been attracting the attention of the scene and a few media people since their fantastic single "Herrenreiter". When they released Monarchie Und Alltag on EMI and weren't the ideologically firmly anchored band that some wanted to see them as, they were accused of selling out and betraying the underground cause. This ultimately didn't work out, because while, for example, the Clash signed with the then world's largest label CBS with an embarrassingly rambling revolutionary attitude, they didn't make any such claims. Art is free, otherwise it isn't art.) with their third album Glut Und Asche and these two songs were released in advance as 7inch & 12inch and it turned out rather weak. The steam has definitely gone and both pieces are extremely shady, shallow monotone pop songs and so the end had to come a year later. Lyrically still in a good mood but to blow me away it needs more spirit and rawness, too smooth all this... well, listen to it and you'll know what I mean.

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VOMIT VISIONS - I Hate The World 7'' 1982

The grey holidays are finally over and has anything changed? No, humanity continues to destroy the planet, affection is a foreign word and love remains mysterious. These are the adventures that I was able to experience once again these days and maybe there comes a highlight tonight, we'll see. It doesn't seem surprising that this 7Inch with the nice title is smiling at me. Let's meet the Lo-Fi heroes Vomit Visions from Frankfurt and this is, I think, their last 7Inch of three on their own label Wasted Vinyl Records. On these recordings: Rola Rock (vocals), Eric Hysteric & Leigh Kendall (guitars), HansWurst (bass), Dieter (drums) and if you like amateurish garage punk in a restrained quality then is this the right slab. Two excellent examples are waiting for your interest and I am sure that not everyone will like them, but I am a fan of such simple recordings and it is not for nothing that they remain cult, at least here in my hometown almost everyone knows & love them. Meanwhile, three members have already died and their music remains undiscovered and is, I hope so, not only for the most die-hard connoisseurs.

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MORGEN TEUER TÖTEN - Schluckauf Akut! [Tape] 2022

With the following post I contradict myself, what about old stuff, no... Now comes new music and those who have downloaded my Compilation Positive Energie 2 are one step ahead with a small impression of the current band. Morgen Teuer Töten is a Synth-Punk band from Berlin and this is their first output, a five track demo. There isn't much information about the band, line-up, etc... but we are listen to a female voice and I think there are three members in total. To date there is an EP, this tape and the current debut album was  released in October 2024 on Kidnap Music. And that's where some information comes from, because unfortunately I have nothing. The band brings everyday madness straight into your ears. With biting lyrics they pounce on the irrelevant trendy society until it's screaming in front of the supermarket checkout. Their songs are so catchy that you'll still be singing along to them in the shower after the concert - and so shameless that even the soap turns red. There's good music, there's shit music and there's Morgen Teuer Töten. Very good Nuggets in an acceptable PostPunk tangle.

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A+P - Links Rechts EP 1982

My dear friends, I was so busy this weekend digitizing LPs that a very good friend lent me that I hardly had a chance to post anything, but two double vinyl albums with a total of over eighty songs leave their mark and take up a lot of time, but it's done and we now come to another rare German goodie and it's the only 7Inch by A+P from Munich with five minimalistic Pisstakes, original released by the Switzerland label Soilant. A+P cover a variety of topics in their songs, including social injustice, Nazi filth, religion issues and the challenges of living in modern society. Their lyrics are often direct and provocative, making them a voice in the Munich scene The song Dachau (which is on their first LP), for example, was censored by the authorities because it shows the truth and brutality of the cruel dark German twelve years and when I watch the documentaries in TV over and over again I feel sick and have to puke. People are shit, and that has remained the case in this century, and it makes me angry when I think of all the assholes who buy everything with money, especially those who can be bought with money and whose situation is taken advantage of. For sure is that some club, church institution or Nazi bigwig contributed to the judicial amputation of the song but it doesn't matter, as long as we fight against the system and remain ourselves, these wankers can kiss our asses... and let me tell you: Don't fall in love with their world. Now I've digressed.... very good five song EP and sorry for the crappy rip, it's not mine.

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