Live Review: Travis - Cologne 2024
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Live-Music-Hall, Cologne, Germany3rd September 2024
Travis - “Raze The Bar Tour” - Support: Hamish Hawk
The sun rays are finding their way more and more often into the changeable Germany, and one or two warm days are enough for the feelings of happiness to explode and the summer playlists to start playing again. For those who need musical material for nighttime road trips or campfires with friends, it’s time to revisit the discography of the Scottish Alternative Rock band TRAVIS - because rarely has dreamy longing been packaged so beautifully in songs as by Fran, Andy, Dougie, and Neil. The current tour supporting the new album ‘L.A. Times’ brings the Scots with their yearning Britpop design to Cologne, Berlin, and Hamburg in September. We visited the show at Cologne’s Live Music Hall.
Interview: Blutengel - September 2024
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Interview withChris Pohl (music & vocals) from Blutengel
Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Chris Pohl, the creative force behind BLUTENGEL - a band that has been a defining presence in the Gothic and Darkwave scene for years. With the release of their latest album, which has garnered significant attention for its haunting melodies and deep lyrical content, BLUTENGEL continues to captivate audiences worldwide. As they prepare for their upcoming tour, there’s much anticipation for what lies ahead.
Interviews: Nachtmahr - September 2024
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Interview withThomas Rainer (music, vocals) and Kateryna Gubanova (performance / keys) from Nachtmahr
NACHTMAHR, the brainchild of Thomas Rainer, has been a provocative force in the Industrial and Electronic music scenes since its inception. Known for its unapologetically aggressive sound and controversial visual aesthetics, the project has consistently pushed the boundaries of both music and art.
Interview: Amorphous - September 2024
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Interview withGil OS (music, vocals) from Amorphous
Gil OS, the creative force behind AMORPHOUS, has consistently pushed the boundaries of electronic music, blending elements of EBM, Industrial, and Techno with a unique flair that has captivated audiences worldwide. His latest project, ‘Skepticism’, showcases his ability to tackle complex themes such as societal decay, disillusionment, and the influence of technology while maintaining the distinctive AMORPHOUS sound.
Interview: Propaganda - August 2024
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Interview withRalf Dörper and Michael Mertens from Propaganda
Forty years since their inception and nearly two decades since their last release, the iconic Art-Synth band PROPAGANDA is back with a self-titled album that embodies the depth and drama of their early work while exploring fresh sounds and styles. Ralf Dörper and Michael Mertens, the principal songwriting duo, have crafted this album entirely in their native Düsseldorf, reflecting both personal and societal changes since their previous release. With guest appearances from acclaimed artists like HAUSCHKA and THUNDER BAE, PROPAGANDA stays true to its roots while evolving its sound.
Gallery: Nation of Language - Dortmund 2024
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JunkYard, Dortmund, Germany19th August 2024
Nation of Language - Open Air - Support: Meagre Martin
NYC outfit NATION OF LANGUAGE have attracted an increasing, international audience with their danceable and impassioned takes on New Wave and Post-Punk traditions. Their hopeful music - marked by soaring melodies, blinking synth lines, and frontman Ian Devaney’s towering voice - is a ray of light in an era of anxiety, cynicism, hatred, and snark.
