Reflections of Darkness - Music Magazine - Preview KMFDM

Details: Written by: Sebastian Huhn; Published: 22 May 2009

21st July 2009
Logo, Hamburg, Germany
KMFDM

20 studio albums, 25 singles and EPs, numerous live albums, DVDs, constant top rankings in the German Alternative Charts and much more speak a clear language about the long-time flagship of the legendary Chicago-based label Wax Trax: KMFDM, founded in 1984 in Hamburg today belong more than ever to the active leaders of the scene so it was just this year when – besides the complete re-release of their back catalogue - their new studio album ‘Blitz’ was released. At the beginning of the 90s KMFDM contributed to various film scores like Mortal Kombat, Johnny Mnemonic, Hellraiser II, or Michael Bay’s action spectacle Bad Boys with the hit ‘Juke Joint Jezebel’. Furthermore KMFDM are working as very popular remixers. Besides bands such as WHITE ZOMBIE, COMBICHRIST, FRONT 242 and DIE KRUPPS have been working already for the likes of MEGADETH, RAMMSTEIN, METALLICA and produced one album for BAUHAUS singer Peter Murphy.

Even though studio work has always been an important part of KMFDM, live activities have been just as well. After KMFDM in their early years caused a stir with various shows in Germany and Europe, they conquered in 1990 as support of MINISTRY the US, just to return one year later with their own headliner tour. Hailing from Konietzko’s long-time home Seattle followed numerous tours all around the globe, taking KMFDM to Europe in 2005. With an average of 40 shows a year KMFDM are amongst the most tour-friendly cats in the Industrial Metal genre and gathered enough experience to set every venue on fire. Get ready for “Ultra-heavy beat!”

Tourdates
1st June 2009 D- Leipzig/ Wave Gotik Treffen 2009
9th June 2009 D- Rüsselsheim/ Das Rind
19th July 2009 D- Cologne/ Tanzbrunnen _ AMPHI Open Air Festival 2009
21st July 2009 D- Hamburg/ Logo
22nd July 2009 D- Berlin/ Postbahnhof Club
23rdJuly 2009 D- Hanover/ Glocksee

Additional Concert Info
Ticket Fee: 16 EUR + Charges (Presale)
Tickets are available at all known ticket shops