Released: Oct 20, 2009
Genre: Industrial Rock, Synth Rock
Label: Universal, Vagrant Records
Number Of Tracks: 11
Rammstein’s anticipated sixth album takes several different musical turns, but the band’s trademark brute force is still intact.
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UG Team, on october 26, 2009 5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Sound: You have to hand it to Rammstein – the sextet has not lost its ability to shock and/or entertain after 15 years in the business. The German group known for its creepy-yet-somehow-sexy blend of industrial rock/synth pop has always proved themselves to be an awe-inspiring bunch, particularly when the intimidating Till Lindemann sets his limbs afire for the sake of a concert performance. Somehow Rammstein has found a way to keep the danger factor alive with the 6th studio album Liebe ist für alle da, all the while proving that its musical creativity has intensified as well. Four years in the making, the new record never becomes mired in the same sound. Yes, there are quite a few songs that might have a chorus or verse driven by power chords, but there are enough other interesting nuances that things rarely get dull. And then you have a song like the first single “Pussy,” which…well…we shall get to shortly.
The opening track “Rammlied” is the epitome of an attention grabber, with its choral-driven intro (akin to what you might hear in a movie about soul possession) that quickly explodes into chants of – what else – “Rammstein!” The music that eventually follows does weave in more of the choral aspect, but the underlying arrangement has almost a Faith No More vibe to it. “Rammlied” draws you in, although that’s not to say any other song on the CD mimics the opener. On the contrary, Rammstein is all over the place genre-wise, which is exactly what makes Liebe ist für alle da intriguing.
The focal point is undoubtedly vocalist Till Lindemann, who is still the epitome of German machismo. However, one of the most refreshing things about Lindemann is, regardless of the brute nature he may convey, he still is not afraid to take on a love song. “Frühling in Paris” is a gorgeous ballad featuring an impeccably smooth acoustic section and Lindemann delivering a sensitive, melodically pleasing vocal line. “Haifisch,” although not a ballad by any means (it parallels more of an 80’s synth pop style), is still a far cry from industrial and Lindemann handles it effectively.
Of course, the full-on manliness of Rammstein still reigns supreme. And if I’m being completely honest, my full preference lies in the moments when the distorted guitars (played by Richard Z Kruspe and Paul H. Landers) take over and Lindemann growls diabolically. The one track on the CD that will probably garner the most attention combines the trademark masculinity, humor, and a whole lot of sex. “Pussy,” which is an absolute hoot of a listen (with a chorus sung in English), might also rank at the top of Rammstein’s most controversial songs. The reason? Check out the music video if you dare. Wow. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: While we’re on the topic of “Pussy,” let’s just put this on the table: It’s the catchiest (and most twisted) track on Liebe ist für alle da. After random comments about a Mercedes Benz, the Autobahn, and Fahrvergnügen, Lindemann gets down to business by singing, “You’ve got a pussy; I have a dick; So, what’s the problem? Let’s do it quick.” There are plenty of manly lyrics elsewhere, as in “Waidmanns Heil” (loosely translated “I have been in heat for a few days; So I will hunt a naked game; And until the morning I will sit there; So that I can give (it) a sharp shot”). This pretty much sums up why Rammstein has made such a name for itself. There’s certain an in-your-face quality to the band’s music and lyrics – love ‘em or hate ‘em – and on this record it makes for a wildly entertaining listen. // 9
Impression: Rammstein has managed to remain not only true to its history on Liebe ist für alle da, but it has shown growth in its song arrangements. Whether inserting a majestic Renaissance-like horn section at the intro of “Waidmanns Heil” or delivering a gritty, industrial sound in “B********” (aka “Bückstabü” or “Whatever You Want”), Rammstein is not afraid to stray from the traditional rock sound. This is a band that still likely won’t click with those with delicate sensibilities, but that’s what makes me like them all the more. // 10
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Ninjamattis, on october 26, 2009 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: Finally, Rammstein unleashes yet another album with "Liebe ist fьr alle da", and unlike the slightly disappointing "Rosenrot", Rammstein takes an important step towards becoming the greatest metalband ever. This album proves that these mid 40's from Germany are only improving, and the sounds you will hear on this album is really breathtaking! // 10
Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics are as we all know and love them, filled with metaphors, taboo's and a sense of dark humour. The lyric for "Wiener Blut" is for me where Rammstein really sets the standard for metal-lyrics. This is a piece of brilliance, relating to the Josef Fritzel case. You can really feel the despair of those poor children through Till's singing, and then suddenly, Josef's devil-like rage when he yells "In der Dunkelheit". A truly masterfull piece.
What really impressed me on this album was Till's improvement in both lyrics and singing. Just listening to the song "Ich tu dir Weh" gives you an image of an impressing vocalist and songwriter, and I hope to see more of that in future releases. Also to be noted, "Bьckstabu" is probably the most powerfull singing I've heard so far from Till. BRILLIANT! // 10
Impression: In the end, Rammstein really shows themselves worthy of the metal-throne with this mighty and sentimental album. It's almost as they've taken those beautiful lyrics from Sehnsucht and thrown it together with the sheer force of songs like "Reise, Reise", "Mein Teil" and "Sonne". The most impressive songs on the album in my opinion must be "Haifisch", as it's really a fun song along with a sad and lonely lyric. Also, "Frьhling in Paris", "Ich tu dir Weh", "Bьckstabu" and "Roter Sand" all feel like unforgettable songs for me. For me, this is probably the best release from Rammstein, and even "Pussy" is a great piece of work, probably ment as a finger to the MTV infested rap-videos with half-naked women and softcore pornography. The thing I love about this album is that it's a real benchmark in metal, not just for this band, but also for all metalbands. The only downside is that I now have to wait to next year to hear the new songs live as I'm going to Oslo then. If this album was stolen from me, I would first buy a new one, and then hunt down the thief and end him.
All in all, probably Rammsteins most complete album so far, run and buy! // 10
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fireyqwerty, on october 26, 2009 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: In the fifteenth year of their career rammstein has released their 6th studio album, entitled "Liebe ist fьr alle da" which translates loosely to the love is for all of us, and in my opinion it is a great new addition to the collection of rammsteins incredible albums. The new album is exciting, loud, and all around heavy just like a rammstein album should be, but just like the other albums there are a group of very beautiful slow songs. So lets get right into it with a track by track review on sound:
01. Rammlied: the Ramm-song starting off with a eery choral chant up to Till's melodic intro the song almost punches you in the face when the full band comes in, and awesome riff and always great guitarwork makes this song one of the big ones, right off the bat no less. This song will be functioning as the bands new anthem replacing "rammstein" from the very first album herzeleid. Every part of this song is cool, the chant the riff the chorus and especially the break with clean guitars its just an awesome track.
02. Ich Tu Dir Weh: "I Hurt You" this song starts of with a sort of ethereal keyboard intro then into a heavy riff that aches for you to headbang along, the verse has some orchestra work that backs up tills vocals until the chorus which will make you stop and think "woah thats different". thihs track starts to show a little bit of the bands new progression of sound, its clean and crisp while still being heavy and strong. This one includes a trademark Flake keyboard solo as well and another very cool break that show off the vocals and christoph's drum work.this track will defiently grow on you I garuntee it.
03. Waidmanns Heil: a brass intro into yet another great riff from rammstein and prolly some of the coolest drums on the CD. Everything is in this track guitars, vocals, drums, and keyboards. The verse and chorus are both very cool and alot of fun to sing along to (or at least try when you know little to no german haha)you will always find yourself joining the rest of the band chanting, waidmann's manns manns manns heil! another of of the best song of the CD without a doubt.
04. Haifisch: "shark" a tribute track to depeche mode, a cool track thats easy to sing with and a very catchy keyboard progression all through the song and a cool orchestra break that couples with the staccato guitar line is very fun, and goes right into a creepy bridge that sends chills up your spine then back to the chorus its very very cool and a fun song but it doesnt really stand out to me, still a very good song though especially the breaks and spanish guitar outro
05. Buckstabu: "whatever you want" and that means whatever you want it to its up to you, the song itself HEAVY, and till's his fiercest on the chorus of this song more then anywhere else on the album and the guitars are very cool, this track is just a super heavy powerhouse, and another song where the drums are almost front and center, more brass section is in the second break of the song and its apparent that the brass is a major part of this album. all around a heavy song
06. Fruhling In Paris: "fountain in paris" a very very very good song so beautiful the guitar line and the vocals as well, the drums come in on the second verse and only add to the already great mix, the chorus is very cool and another one of those "woah" moments its just very cool more keyboard more guitar more everything in the chorus and then start back the the slowish guitar riff, and repeat, its absolutly on of my favorite tracks on the album.
07. Wiener Blut: this song reminds me of mein teil definetly creepy verse vocals and sounds until a super heavy chorus. Strings and keyboards make up the better part of the verse, and nothing is creepier then tills first "wilkommen" on the first chorus. This track is another great gereat track, and is another one of the standout tracks
08. P***y: definitely a single song but that definitely doesn't make it a pass over track, its got a really cool verse thats also got hilarious lyrics that make you laugh all the way through, the chorus though is a little weak with instruments the vocals are strong though and also very funny. the first half of the break is very cool and the guitars actually come out, and then the song ends with a final chorus. really the only ok track.
09. Liebe ist fur alle da: the track of the album and (thank goodness) one of the best of the album, the song almost sounds like a throw back to the first album, and its an awesome sound, the guitar line is a very fun very heavy line, and the lyrics are great too every time i hear it i want to yell out with till "Liebe ist fur alle da!" and theres a solo! and a simple and very cool one at that. This track is a standout without a doubt.
10. Mehr: "more" a cool keyboard intro and a very heavy chorus, the verse has an awesome drum line to go along with it that gets you pumped for the approaching chorus featuring a full band chant and a great riff, like many other the brealk is the highlight of the song and this song is the one that defines the band progress in sound and playing, its so cool and just indescribale I love the sound and intensity a great great track
11. Roter Sand: "red sand" the other slow song of the album, and is really great and joins my list of of best songs ever, the vocals are absolutly beautiful and the guitar line is just so eery and great, lots of orchestra work on this one as well, strings and of course the brass, this songs motif is a whistle that repeats through the song and is a great match to the song. This song is approaching a masterpeice in my opinion and is a great close for an awesome album.
The sound for this ablum is great and fulfills my hopes to a t
it gets a 9 (if I could make it more accurate I'd say about an 8.8 so close enough) // 9
Lyrics and Singing: Since I don't really know german very well (or at all) I can't judge to well but I can say some stuff has caught my attention, and that all the songs are poetic and complex, many feature double meanings, and are all trademark rammstein lyrics. The best in my opinion is a verse from roter sand:
"Roter Sand und weisse Tauben
Laben sich an meinem Blut
Am Ende gibt es doch ein Ende
Bin ich doch zu etwas gut"
translated: "Red sand and doves*
Refresh themselves on my blood
At the end there is but an end
I am finally at something good**"
* Tauben = pigeons, Weisse Tauben = white pigeons = doves
** This means “I have finally found something good”
http://en.affenknecht.com/lyrics/rammstein-roter-sand-lyric-with-english-translation/
The lyrics are all beautiful all poetic and all sound damn good. // 9
Impression: The 6th Rammstein album is great, highlighted byu tracks such as waidmanns heil, weiner blut, liebe ist fur alle da, and roter sand thios album is a awesome productions lyrically and musically. I think my feelings for this album are clear I will end with what I've always said. Rammstein has never made a bad album. // 10
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svelle, on october 26, 2009 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: The sound is from my point of view definately one of the best they ever had. Guitars: Very deep Bassy tone (Waidmanns Heil and Liebe ist fьr alle da.), but also good acoustig guitars. (i.e. in Frьhling in Paris) Mostly easy riffs but also some nice solos. (i.e. Liebe ist fьr alle da)
Drums: Very crisp sound, good double bass and what I like the most, the Hall for the Snare Drums (good noticeable in Pussy)
Keyboards: I think Flake did a better job than ever before (best example would be Wiener Blut, but also Waidmanns Heil, Haifisch and Rammlied) Theres also an Orchestral Version of Roter Sand on the Bonus disk wich is just awesome.
Bass: Just how you want it to sound. I think it's best to hear in Pussy during the Verse. // 10
Lyrics and Singing: Typical Rammstein lyrics, at first they sound just plain simple, but if you take a closer look at them you also get the real meaning behind it, wich i didn't get with every song on the Album.
For example Rammlied is the perfect opener for a concert. Ich tu dir Weh with it's lyrics wich sound very Rammstein at first, but offer a much deeper story if you further inspect them. Haifisch wich is an interpretation of Berthold Brecht (German Philosopher) Frьhling in Paris, wich it's French Parts in the Chorus and the Calm lyrics in the Verse. Pussy wich it's typical german words (Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Blitzkrieg) for the Americans ;), but it's Criticism to the german society is cleary noticable. Mehr wich about the neverending greed of the protagonist in the song. (Which could be applied to nearly anyone in this world.)
I didn't write down the other songs, because I don't want to make interpretations of songs wich I don't fully understand (B******* for example) // 9
Impression: You can compare the Album Better to Reise Reise and Rosenrot, because of the many slow, softer songs. But the heavy ones are more Herzeleid and Sehnsucht style.
The bonus songs are definately worth the 5 bucks more. (But be warned, you got three different versions of Roter Sand if you count the Bonus Songs) The most impressive songs from the album are Rammlied, Waidmanns Heil, Haifisch, Wiener Blut and Liebe ist fьr alle da. I loved nearly everything about this album. Except for two songs, Roter Sand and B*******.
I the album would be stolen or lost I would definately buy it again. // 9
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debano_06, on october 26, 2009 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Rammstein have went back to their roots and revitalized their original sound while still producing a new album that isn't a Part II to any of their previous releases. From start to finish, this album is very solid and is far from a disappointment. Heavy guitar riffs, a little electronic sounds in the background, great bass lines, and of course Till's haunting voice throughout it all. Schneider's drumming has progressed from previous albums, seeming more intricate and quick that before (notably on the title track, "Liebe ist für alle da'). The guitars are heavy and thick but not as "thrashy" as they were on Sehnsucht- this may be good for some but missed by others. Songs such as 'Haifisch' and 'Pussy', are a little more electro than one would expect from Rammstein, yet these songs are amazing still. The sound is a little polished and not quiet as raw but being their sixth studio release, it could be a lot more commercial than it is. Till does more melodic singing, showcasing his array of styles. The chorus of 'Ich tu dir Weh', the intro for 'Rammlied' and throughout 'Frühling in Paris' and 'Roter Sand' are good examples. The album lacks any prominent guitar solos that were scattered throughout earlier works though. The sound on this album is unmistakably Rammstein and the effort, sweat and undoubtably blood that went into this masterpiece is evident.
The Special Edition has three additional 'original' songs, 'Führe mich', 'Donaukinder' and 'Halt'. 'Liese' is 'Roter Sand' with different lyrics and obviously 'Roter Sand (Orchester Version)' is an enhanced version of the song. From this disc, 'Führe mich' and 'Halt' stand out as amazing songs that should have made the cut for the standard edition. 11 songs seems to be a magic number for the band but these songs are so great, I think they had to release them somehow and hence the Special Edition. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: 80% in German, 15% in English (Pussy) and 5% in French (Frühling in Paris)
The lyrics for this album won't be of any surprise to a true Rammstein fan. They are just as dark and gory as any of Till's prior work. Rammlied is a an ode to all Rammstein fans saying that the band is back and ready to conquer. Ich tu dir Weh is about causing pain for one's own pleasure. Waidmanns Heil isn't as horrific as usual but the classic scenario of the hunter and the prey is very masculine and easily a Rammstein topic. Haifisch is yet another song that goes out straight to the fans. The band needs the fans as the fans need the band. B******* stands for Bückstabü, a made-up word meaning "whatever you want". The chorus is possibly the most heavy, bludgeoning of the whole album. Possibly about self-understanding, as usual, this song is open to many different interpretations. Frühling in Paris is the 'love song' of the album. Admittedly my least favorite, this song has good lyrics but the combination with the music just doesn't strike a chord with me. I can see that this song may be the 'you either like it or you don't like it' song. Wiener Blut is being called Mein Teil pt II. Drawing direct inspiration from another criminal case, this song has haunting... disturbing lyrics. The Austrian case of Josef Fritzl piqued the interest of the band and they have simply put that scenario to music. These lyrics show just how depraved that man was! Pussy is about...take a guess! The chorus and parts of the verse are in English. A pornographic poem would be a suitable description of this song. As always, Rammstein touch on many taboo topics. Liebe ist für alle da seems to be about masturbation. In ones imagination, everyone can find love... Of some sort. Mehr is a catchy song with lyrics of excessiveness and greed. The realization that this is the second to last song of the album, will be making you wish that there is More. Roter Sand lyrically is very poetic and will be loved by many. A sorrow filled song about heartbreak and is reminiscent of Romeo and Juliet. // 8
Impression: Unlike Metallica's and other bands 'comeback' albums, Liebe ist für alle da was more than well worth the wait! A mature sound while not losing touch with the earlier days, this album is a strong contender for all-time favorite. Heavy guitar riffs and although not as fast paced as I may have wanted, still amazing! A die-hard Rammstein fan, I am probably one of the most critical listeners and I am happy to say that I love this album. As of today, my favorite songs are 'Ich tu dir Weh', 'Waidmanns Heil', 'Haifisch', 'B*******', 'Wiener Blut', 'Pussy' and 'Mehr'. The Special Edition disc I haven't listened to a lot yet, but I can say that 'Führe mich' should have made the standard edition cut. 'Halt' is another fantastic song fromt the Special Edition. If this CD was ever lost, scratched, even if one track skipped a bit, I'd be rushing to the store to buy another copy immediately! // 9
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Nesha Strah, on october 26, 2009 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Rammstein. Finally. I've expected LIFAD since the day I've listened to all of Rosenrot tracks. Now, R+ arrives in all its glory!
01. Rammlied (Ramm-song): I think this will be the new live show-opener. Great heavy track, reminds me of their first 2 albums... 2 awesome riffs in this song (the first riff kinda reminds me of Black Sabbath...)
02. Ich Tu Dir Weh (I Hurt You): awesome song, I think of it as a heavier version of Stein Um Stein. As always, hard hitting riffs on this one, sounds like Mutter/Reise, Reise era
03. Waidmanns Heil (Hunter's Greeting): very Heavy song, great chorus... just awesome! DIE KREATOR MUST STERBEN!
04. Heifisch (Shark): cool intro here, sounds like some 70's dance music. This one is one of the lighter songs(still great)
05. B******** (Buckstabu): this one reminds me of all the sick rammstein songs (mein teil, buck dich...) Buckstabu is a word invented by rammstein, means "whatever you want". Heavy music, heavy lyrics, hard-poundin' song!
06. Fruhling in Paris (Springtime in Paris): finaly, a true ballad. One of the rare on this album, nonetheless awesome song.Reminds me of Ohne Dich... Note some French lyrics sung by Till.
07. Wiener Blut (Viennese Blood): starts of lightly, but then, RAWR, in your face riff kicks in and melts your face! Kinda like "mein herz brennt"
08. Pussy (what do you think?): yet another scandalous song by rammstein (next to mann gegen mann, mein teil etc.), great riffs, omg lyrics. The only thing I hate about this song is the pronunciation of "d--k" (sounds like D--k-ah)....
09. Liebe ist fur Alle Da (Love is for everyone here): fastest song on the album, main riff reminds me of "Links", pure awesomness!
10. Mehr (More): one of the best riffs on the album, great song, great lyrics!
11. Roter Sand (Red-er Sand): the second ballad of the album. Has a beautiful whistling melody throughout the song... Simply, a beautiful song...
Also note the (increased) use of a double bass pedal on this album. If I had to choose my favorite song on this album, I would have a hard time choosing... But lets try, for example I choose Rammlied, Wieners Blut, Waichmanns Heil, LifAD and Roter Sand. Too much, eh? // 10
Lyrics and Singing: Lyrics on this album, as always with rammstein, are complex, metaphorical, and deep. They go great with the music. Singing is clean, with some gruff moments (B****** etc.), which I like very much. Till, although aging, can sing really beautifully... As always. Ps. Dick-ah pisses me off... // 9
Impression: Compared to other albums, I'd say, better than rosenrot, 1/2 Sehnsucht and 1/2 Herzeleid. IMO it's somewhere along with Reise, Reise and Mutter (Mutter is better ofc). Songs on the album are all great, both ballads awesome, everything else also awesome. IMO, the weakest song on the album is "Pussy"... If it was stolen/lost, I would freak out! Of course I'd buy it again! // 10
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Ruchitya T Anan, on october 26, 2009 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: I have always admired Rammstein for their sound and individuality(well atleast for me) in the music they create. They ooze industrial metal and this album is not much of an exception. This album too has 11 songs on it, with 5(I'm not too sure)more songs(EP?) on the American version which was released on 20th October. The entire playlist fares well with almost all eleven songs being impressive and deliver what the band generally stands for. Well almost.. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics as always have a poetic twist to them which is very falsely deceiving. Even if you don't understand German, check out the lyrics+translation on www.affenknecht.com and you will get what I meant. This album, apart from having 2 or 3 heavy metal songs is fairly more tamed in it's musical content compared to past albums, but the rather high brutality is compensated in the lyrical content. However, this was kind of expected considering the first single released was "Pussy", which is a fairly average song apart from the (obscene) lyrics which gave us a hint of what to expect when it came to lyrical brutality. There is a song titled "Weiner Blut" which is a direct reference to the Josef Fritzl case(as you might have already heard) and the lyrics are haunting considering the horrors which took place in the real-life ordeal..The lyrics if not harder than, almost always comply with the overall impression the songs were meant to make.
Lindemann as always makes an impression with his grating and sometimes barely audible voice. But his capabilities are expressed on a couple of songs, especially on "Ich Tu Dir Weh" when his pitching is very impressive. // 9
Impression: Rammstein have always made a distinct niche for themselves with the kind of hard-work they put into each album and this album does not fail in upholding the same. But with the good are the soure too, and songs like "Haifisch" and a couple of others really would have made better as one-off performances in a concert. This album in general does not truly define the brtality of Rammstein's music, but on the other the drum patches on many songs are a metal addict's sweetest gift! Then there are also tracks like "Roter Sand" which inspite of all the negativity it has recieved from others till now is a song that really grows on you with time and listening.
Overall this album is also impressive like their previous works although it treads a rather new path for Rammstein with adequate variety in the type of songs involved judging from the responses and sales of previous Rammstein works, this album is also probably going to do in the sales department. Rammsteing fans, a must-have for if nothing else, the impressive and commendable jobs done with experimentation with other less-known instruments and making it all gel together smoothly. A mature and commendable work from a band that deserves all that they have reaped. // 8
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rebofthetemple, on october 26, 2009 0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: Four years, very little news, and an extremely provocative single later, and the industrial metal, self proclaimed 'tanz-metal' powerhouse of Rammstein have finally returned to the music scene with their latest release Liebe ist fьr alle da. For all of those who know about Rammstein, then you can pretty much guess what is present on this album: tight rhythm section, crunchy guitar riffs, keyboards galore and Till's subwoofer of a voice. Nothing has changed here with their latest release, all the classic parts of Rammstein remain to be heard in all their glory. The ballads have dropped to a supporting role, with the guitar heavy Rammlied, Waidmanns Heil, B******* and Mehr separating this work from the more mellow Reise Reise/Rosenrot era. There is also some experimentation present with Haifisch, dropping the guitars in favour of a very catchy keyboard line and Ich Tu Dir Weh with its infectious chourus. For those not happy with the previous releases, LIFAD should come as a pleasant suprise. // 7
Lyrics and Singing: Lyrics and Rammstein need no explanation. If you can spell provocative you essentially have R+ down to a T, with LIFAD proving to be no exception. Give a listen to Wiener Blut (about the Fritzl case in Austria), B******* or Pussy (if this one needs explaining I'm sorry to say you really need to get out the house more). This is all coupled with Till's deep voice that gives power to the songs that otherwise are simplistic in nature, giving them the 'rip your guts out through your ears' sort of impression. // 7
Impression: With this release Rammstein have essentially filled the space between Mutter and Reise Reise/Rosenrot. While it may not be the new Mutter, LIFAD definitely is an improvement over the previous records. To get an idea for the sound of this album listen to Rammlied, Haifisch, Wiener Blut and of course Pussy in all its glory (watching the accompanying music video is recommended for all the pit monkeys out there). Only downsides to LIFAD is probably a few out of place songs, with Roter Sand and Fruhling in Paris being the most apparent. Otherwise, R+ has managed to give a solid release that improves on previous albums, easily showing that on this release love is definitely there for everyone. // 7
SylKain
: Good album but I don't really agree with any review here. Rammstein did a good job making another solid record, yet failed in creating as many memorable tracks as they did in the past few records. Sure tracks like Fruhling In Paris and Pussy are attention grabbers, mostly thanks to some great songwriting than other factors, but most tracks just feel like tired revisits of older experimentations that don't leave much behind after a listen. Overall a good record, but hardly deserving anything above a 7 even if we forget the stellar job done with Mutter, Reise Reise and even the b-side collection Rosenrot POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 08:28 am / quote|
Martindecorum
: as always rammstein release a great album, but even no they have the traditional rammstein sound, each album does have a different feel to it
well done, cant wait for another thrilling live show POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 08:30 am / quote|
Totally agree, the album was good. But didnt have any solid stand out songs like past ablums have. And in terms of there previous albums, im a little disappointed. Still its not to say it isnt a good solid album though POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 08:52 am / quote|
Burakki
: I think the album's quite good, "Waidmanns Heil" is my favourite track so far... POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 09:55 am / quote|
sacchetta
: amazing album.. great addition to the R+ collection!!!! POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 10:34 am / quote|
BushMasterFlex
: gotta love rammstein! cant wait to here this one POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 10:48 am / quote|
CoreysMonster
: god, I hate this album. Till, PLEEEEASE stop singing in English! it's painful, even for fellow Germans!
MossyMan
: He sings in english as a joke, you should know this from Amerika, "This is not a love song, i dont speak my mother tongue". Only the jokey songs are in English. And saying you hate the album because he speaks english in one song is pretty lame. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 11:13 am / quote|
Reab
: Rammstein should keep singing german. The german songs are a lot more fun to listen to. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 11:25 am / quote|
HELLBARD
: Liebe is not bad but it undoubtedly cant compare with great Sehncuht. Singing english is dredful. So it's third normal ramm album since Mutter and I think that Rammst simply cant record incredible album .By my opinion They have reached their limit in music. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 11:50 am / quote|
metalheadblues
: You’ve got a pussy; I have a dick; So, what’s the problem? Let’s do it quick.” haha Till POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 12:06 pm / quote|
Ruchitya T Anan
: It's surprising to see that the overall sound of the album has been rated higher than the lyrics. According to me the lyrics play a major part in holding up the album. And unlike most reviewers, this album is not a straight 10 POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 12:38 pm / quote|
He sings in english as a joke, you should know this from Amerika, "This is not a love song, i dont speak my mother tongue". Only the jokey songs are in English. And saying you hate the album because he speaks english in one song is pretty lame.
I know it's a joke, but it fit in Amerika because it was about america, but he's just overusing it now. it just makes the album unlistenable for me :shrug:
RAH7747
: Gotta agree with those who say that it's not an up-to-par R+ album.. Didnt find anything as catchy as the Reise Reise album for example.. But having said that, most tracks are good at the least.. But i guess I've become more of a metalhead than I was in 2005 which is why I feel this way.. whatever.. still Rammstein rules in industrial/hard rock!
oh and kudos to them for using double bass in Rammlied! POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 01:19 pm / quote|
He sings in english as a joke, you should know this from Amerika, "This is not a love song, i dont speak my mother tongue". Only the jokey songs are in English. And saying you hate the album because he speaks english in one song is pretty lame.
I know it's a joke, but it fit in Amerika because it was about america, but he's just overusing it now. it just makes the album unlistenable for me :shrug:
Well, it is only the one single where he's singing in english. Why would that ruin the entire album?
On that note, tremendously enjoyable album. After many years, they're finally back. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 01:21 pm / quote|
'Fruhling' means 'spring'(the season), not 'fountain'.
thanks i realized a day after i sent it in saturday and kicked myself, like i said im pretty bad at german haha POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 02:47 pm / quote|
RockGuitar92
: I don't get what is so great about this band. I have listened to a good deal of their songs and a lot of them are similar in sound and bore the shit out of me. So please tell me why they are so great. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 03:24 pm / quote|
Plaeghdraeger
: This album is very nice (except for 2 or 3 songs, like Pussy) POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 03:27 pm / quote|
god, I hate this album. Till, PLEEEEASE stop singing in English! it's painful, even for fellow Germans!
oh, so true! ich hate it..i'm really disappointed. i like the first three albums but then they went down..the lyrics were becoming weaker with every track (in my opinion, as a german)...the lyrics from the first two albums were great. like "der meister".. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 04:02 pm / quote|
I don't get what is so great about this band. I have listened to a good deal of their songs and a lot of them are similar in sound and bore the shit out of me. So please tell me why they are so great.
Beware any type of "I don't see what's so great about blah blah" argument. These types of people have already made up their mind and have nothing to lose. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 04:09 pm / quote|
wesselbindt
: I hate the fact that they started singing in English. It's the main reason I can't listen to Emigrate. It's just too painful to hear Germans struggle to sing proper English, and still fail at it.
Also, disregarding the vocals, I thought this album was kinda lame in comparison to their other albums, those have some kind of energetic punch to them. This new one simply lacks that energy. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 04:20 pm / quote|
Rammstein should keep singing german. The german songs are a lot more fun to listen to.
What, did they stop singing in German or something? POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 05:17 pm / quote|
elgranmapache
: Anyone saw the uncut video for "Pussy"? POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 05:21 pm / quote|
frethard
: "Roter Sand und weisse Tauben
Laben sich an meinem Blut
Am Ende gibt es doch ein Ende
Bin ich doch zu etwas gut"
=[/b]
"red sand and white doves
drink my blood
at the end there is an end after all,
I have some use after all"[/i]
just thought I might help you out there, nice review!! POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 05:25 pm / quote|
I think we all have haha
fact, those guys had some balls to do that video (pun intended). i thought it was pretty hilarious
They were apparently "body doubles" for that video. I think they look identical to the band members! Mad video. Naughty! POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 07:27 pm / quote|
=McS=
: I love this band. And I think this album ranks up there with the rest of them. There hasn't been one album I haven't liked. Granted there are select tracks I could do without, but overall I generally enjoy pretty much all of them. And this album rocks just as hard as the others. Ich Tu Dir Weh I think is my favorite so far, followed by Rammlied.
And the Pussy video blew me away, I kind of half don't believe it's really them, but then again it's Rammstein, so anything's possible. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 07:37 pm / quote|
Draconey
: This album was AMA-ZING. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 07:43 pm / quote|
Rammstein should keep singing german. The german songs are a lot more fun to listen to.
What, did they stop singing in German or something?
in one song "pussy" half n half english and german, and stated by the band its a joke song that's very bad musically. - from the making of POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 09:25 pm / quote|
He sings in english as a joke, you should know this from Amerika, "This is not a love song, i dont speak my mother tongue". Only the jokey songs are in English. And saying you hate the album because he speaks english in one song is pretty lame.
I know it's a joke, but it fit in Amerika because it was about america, but he's just overusing it now. it just makes the album unlistenable for me :shrug:
i dont know on this cd. but past cds english was used while insulting america. 2 or 3 songs were like that. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 09:25 pm / quote|
FelleAndersson
: They've made ONE one song before "Pussy" which contains english lyrics. "Stripped" is a cover, a song that Depeche Mode made.
I absolutely love this album, and no energy? What? Listen to "Bückstabü" or "Wiener Blut" and say that there's no energy...
"Pussy" is an insult to mainstream and to Americas' general view of sexuality, that's what I think at least. I mean, instead of "Oooh baby, gonna make looove to you all niight, smoothly yeeeah", they're straight to the point, as well with the video. Instead of just showing some skin, chicks in bikini etc, they're giving us what we actually want but are too shy to admit, naked ****ing women.
Anyway, GREAT album, favorite song(s): Frühling in Paris, closely followed by Waidmanns Heil and the title track LIFAD. POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 09:52 pm / quote|
They've made ONE one song before "Pussy" which contains english lyrics. "Stripped" is a cover, a song that Depeche Mode made.
I absolutely love this album, and no energy? What? Listen to "Bückstabü" or "Wiener Blut" and say that there's no energy...
"Pussy" is an insult to mainstream and to Americas' general view of sexuality, that's what I think at least. I mean, instead of "Oooh baby, gonna make looove to you all niight, smoothly yeeeah", they're straight to the point, as well with the video. Instead of just showing some skin, chicks in bikini etc, they're giving us what we actually want but are too shy to admit, naked ****ing women.
Anyway, GREAT album, favorite song(s): Frühling in Paris, closely followed by Waidmanns Heil and the title track LIFAD.
thats the statement of win POSTED: 10/26/2009 - 10:02 pm / quote|
GenerationKILL
: the horns at the beginning of Waidmanns Heil are the most epic thing i've ever heard, what an awesome idea to start a song with. POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 02:54 am / quote|
I don't get what is so great about this band. I have listened to a good deal of their songs and a lot of them are similar in sound and bore the shit out of me. So please tell me why they are so great.
I'm gonna go out on a limb here and actually agree with this guy for the most part. There is no way this album should have gotten a 9.3. I listened to a lot of the songs too. I don't think it's anything special for people to be raving about like they do. All I keep seeing in the comments is "Catchy! Energy! Epic!" This sounds like a freaking pop band.
It's all power chords and backup synth. Lots of bands can do that. Is it just because they sing in German or what? I'm lost as to why everyone's so astounded. I hear very little musical talent coming from this group. POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 03:38 am / quote|
Martindecorum
: ^^^ i enjoy pop music when bands are the sheep of a giganitc ****ing floc, rammstein music simple, catchy yes and yes, both reasons to like the band
im sorry if you feel you dont like catchy music, now remember catchy doesnt have to be technical
but on another note, the live show and presence these guys have is where it all is POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 08:34 am / quote|
I agree with this guy. It seems that rammstein have lost their talent POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 09:26 am / quote|
HELLBARD
: But waidmanns heil sounds well. It would be good if i understood what are they singing about POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 09:31 am / quote|
iH8CarAccidents
: Catchy is alright for a while, but before long it just gets boring. I mean with a band like this it's pretty much all out there in the open. I like listening to a band where you can listen to a song many times and still notice something subtle that you hadn't before. POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 10:48 am / quote|
RAH7747
: It's industrial ROCK for pete's sake! You want to notice something new everytime u listen to a song, then u need to go into metal. I feel that's the only genre that captures one's imagination everytime one listens to a song. If u don't feel that way, then u aint listening to metal, u are listening to rock..
But what Rammstein do is give it a nice little catchy feel which imbibes into you for a long time.. And their live shows! Omg.. They have got to be one of the best live bands out there.. POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 03:01 pm / quote|
I don't get what is so great about this band. I have listened to a good deal of their songs and a lot of them are similar in sound and bore the shit out of me. So please tell me why they are so great.
The only thing I can say is if you don't like them don't listen to them. I'm not trying to be a dick by any means but everyone has their own musical taste and what works for some people won't work for everyone. I personally don't like Van Halen a whole lot. That's my opinion. Just because it's popular doesn't mean you have to like it. That's not to say I don't think Van Halen isn't talented they just don't do it for me. I've learned a couple of their songs and the guitars are badass. I just don't really like them as a group. Rammstein doesn't have alot of flashy guitars or anything but their music (to me) is incredible. The low tuned guitars coupled with Till's hardass vocals and the keyboardist's interesting ingredients to the music make love to my ears. A good band doesn't necessarily mean having show off guitarists. Take Godsmack, their guitar isn't hard at all (most of the time) but their music is amazing. Sully said on the Changes DVD that their guitarist is so much better than what he plays, but he makes the sacrifice of trying to show off for the music. Just because there is a super hard riff doesn't mean it's going to be good. Sometimes music is all about simplicity. Some of the best songs I learn or love are the easiest songs in the world to play. But like I said, if you don't like them that's fine. What works for someone else won't necessarily work for you. Just keep doing what you do and never let anyone tell you that what you like or don't like is wrong. POSTED: 10/27/2009 - 11:39 pm / quote|
It's industrial ROCK for pete's sake! You want to notice something new everytime u listen to a song, then u need to go into metal. I feel that's the only genre that captures one's imagination everytime one listens to a song. If u don't feel that way, then u aint listening to metal, u are listening to rock..
But what Rammstein do is give it a nice little catchy feel which imbibes into you for a long time.. And their live shows! Omg.. They have got to be one of the best live bands out there..
I disagree. It doesn't have to be metal to be interesting. Nine Inch Nails for example (Industrial rock) has a lot of subtle things that you don't always notice on first listen. And acoustic guitarists like Andy McKee has a lot of intricate things that take a few listens to pick out right away. Just because it's industrial rock doesn't mean it has to be so basic.
But I'll agree with Schnecter and say it is a matter of opinion after all. I just think the UG reviewer could have been a little more objective. POSTED: 10/28/2009 - 05:12 pm / quote|
Geiger89
: These reviews are so off with how good the album is. Good songs on this album are; Rammlied, B*****, Wiener Blut, Liebe ist fur alle Da and Mehr. The rest are pretty naff and boring, and even the good tracks aren't anything compared to the good songs on Mutter and Reise, Reise, which I feel are their best albums. I used to love Rammstein, but this isn't that good.
Going to see them live regardless, because that's where the songs on the album aren't going to be boring. Rammsteins live show is one of the best I've seen. POSTED: 11/01/2009 - 01:02 pm / quote|
=McS=
: BTW That's NOT them in the video. I saw a making of, and they were talking about how weird it was for them when the actors would strike a pose and then they had to step into position and make emotions with their faces even though they weren't doing anything. It was funny. But it was not them in the video, they were actors. They just provided the faces and emotions. POSTED: 11/03/2009 - 02:11 am / quote|
kona-ucm
: hey fireyqwerty, i dont know where you get your information from but i dont think that "haifisch" is a tribute song to depeche mode. in his lyrics till describes the inseparable bond between the members of the band "sechs herzen die brennen, das feuer hält euch warm" means "six hearts on fire, the fire will keep you warm" in which "you" adresses to the listener. furthermore he repeats "wir halten zusammen" (="we'll stick together") or analogical lines. i dont know if you have heard about the "dreigroschenoper"? its a peace of theater from Berthold Brecht. the chorus however is a modification of a song from that peace called "Die moritat von Mackie Messer" (just look it up on Wiki) oh i just read, that Louis Armstrong recorded it in english as "Mack the knife"
just my interpretation...i really dont see any relations to depeche mode, though.
hope i made my point. im from germany, so excuse my english. POSTED: 11/16/2009 - 01:51 pm / quote|
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