Artist: Die Krupps Album: Volle Kraft voraus!

Year: 1982
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Revving Up to the Beat: A Critical Review of Die Krupps’ “Volle Kraft voraus!”

Die Krupps is a German industrial rock band, known for their heavy use of metallic percussion and electronic elements. One of their most influential and groundbreaking albums is “Volle Kraft voraus!” released in 1982. As a Die Krupps fan, I decided to take a close look at this album, its history, music genre, Best Songs, innovative parts and my critiques.

History and Music Genre:

“Volle Kraft voraus!” was released in the early days of the German industrial rock scene but, it was packing industrial elements even before the term industrial was used for electronic rock music. In the late 70s, the band started with more straight-forward rock music, but as they developed as a band and as new equipment became available, their sound transitioned into something between EBM and industrial rock that we hear today.

Best Songs:

“Volle Kraft voraus!” is an album with a collection of strong, bold, and fast-paced songs that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The songs that stand out the most are “Title Track”, “Goldfinger”, “Doppelganger”, and “Wahre Arbeit, wahrer Lohn”. These songs showcase the power, energy, and intensity of Die Krupps' sound while maintaining a melodic beat throughout.

Most Innovative Parts:

The album features a significant use of metallic percussion, allowing the band to create a futuristic sound that was ahead of its time. The intro to “Doppelganger” is a great example of this, utilizing the percussive sound paired with electronic arrangements to create a strong sense of atmosphere.

A Critique to the Album:

While “Volle Kraft voraus!” has many strong points, it does lack some variety. It tends to stay in the same lane of heavy industrial rock with a focus on metallic percussion. The songs are so relentlessly intense that there's not much room for a breath. The album feels more like a full-speed-ahead ride than a musician's personal progression.

“Volle Kraft voraus!” is a fantastic album that will take you on a ride with its dynamic energy, metallic soundscape, and intriguing atmosphere. While it may be lacking in variety, what it makes up for is a never-ending sense of intensity, making it an album you can really rock out to. Overall, Die Krupps' “Volle Kraft voraus!” is a must-try for any fan of industrial rock music, or for anyone looking for something unique and intriguing. Turn up the volume and get lost in its enthralling sound!