On the occasion of EA80’s 40th anniversary, this pretty, simple, homemade Compilation was released with rehearsal room recordings of seventeen Nuggets from the entire forty years, recorded exclusively for this bloody sucker. First sold for € 5-, at a gig in Recklinghausen, where the band announced that they would make copies for future shows and even mail orders upon request. Was bleibt? Vierzig offers a comprehensive overview of EA80’s musical creation and is interesting for everybody who doesn't drink non-alcoholic beer and still remains clear-headed. The Four are known for their melancholic and often dark sound and the songs are characterized by deep, often poetic lyrics and an intense atmosphere. The words often deal with personal and social themes, including isolation, alienation, loss and criticism of social ills. EA80 is known for their "Do It Yourself" mentality and made all independently of majors and take care of the production and distribution of their albums themselves. Over the years they have developed a cult status in the German underground. Despite their long existence and extensive discography, they remain a relatively unknown quantity in the mainstream, and that is excellent. Their live performances are also intense and energetic and usually take place in smaller, intimate venues, which creates a close connection with the audience. It may be that I'm always repeating myself when I post the Gladbacher, but that's just the way it is and I haven't heard a single shitty record from them. Sure, the old stuff is always my thing and I play it often, but it's always a highlight to unpack an EA80 record. Enjoy the little journey through time and play it loud!
