5
Megaherz · 2004
55 min · 13 tracks · industrial metal
Industrial metal anthems intertwine with melodic hooks, embodying both aggression and emotional depth in a uniquely German soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Göttlich — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of heavy guitar riffs and catchy choruses, making it a standout anthem that resonates with fans.
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Es tut weh — The emotionally charged lyrics paired with its driving rhythm capture the essence of internal struggle, showcasing Megaherz’s lyrical depth.
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Dein Herz schlägt — As the opening track, it sets a powerful tone for the album, combining aggressive instrumentals with themes of passion and conflict.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a blend of aggression and melody typical of its genre, with notable thematic depth in the lyrics.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving rhythms and aggressive vocals, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements that blend seamlessly with heavy guitar riffs, creating a layered sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immersive listening experience
- dynamic emotional journeys
- pulsating rhythmic intensity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 5 marks Megaherz's fourth studio album and signifies their continued evolution within the Neue Deutsche Härte scene. Following the success of their previous album, Himmelfahrt, this record showcases a matured sound while maintaining their characteristic heavy instrumentation and provocative lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oomph!· Rammstein· Eisbrecher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dein Herz schlägt 4:11
- 2 Göttlich 3:48
- 3 Ja genau 4:41
- 4 Gott sein '04 5:02
- 5 Wann wirst du gehn? 4:53
- 6 Mach dich frei 3:12
- 7 Eigentlich 3:06
- 8 Zeig mir dein Gesicht 4:22
- 9 Ebbe & Flut 4:28
- 10 Komm rüber (Schattenland) 3:58
- 11 Weiter 3:44
- 12 Es tut weh 4:19
- 13 Augenblick 5:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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