Alles brennt
Johannes Oerding · 2015
46 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Anthemic pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a soundscape of hope and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alles brennt — The title track encapsulates the album’s essence with its powerful chorus and an exploration of passion amidst chaos, setting the emotional tone.
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Wenn du lebst — This song stands out for its infectious melody and uplifting message about cherishing life, making it a fan-favorite sing-along.
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Nie wieder Alkohol — This track combines humor with serious subject matter, as it tackles themes of self-control and personal choice with a catchy hook that draws listeners in.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines anthemic pop melodies with introspective lyrics, creating a solid but conventional pop sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a contrast in energy.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the anthemic quality of the melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- anthemic sing-alongs with friends
- heartfelt reflections on life
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- uplifting moments of connection
- introspective tracks for self-discovery
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, Alles brennt marked Johannes Oerding's third studio album, following his breakthrough with the album 'Für immer ab jetzt' in 2013. At this point, Oerding was solidifying his presence in the German pop music scene, exploring deeper themes and more polished production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tim Bendzko· Mark Forster· Max Giesinger
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Turbulenzen
The narrative shifts from describing chaotic experiences to embracing vulnerability, signaling a turning point in the song's emotional arc.
This shift captures a deeper sense of self-awareness that contrasts sharply with earlier verses, illustrating growth and acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alles brennt 4:56
- 2 Wenn du lebst 4:12
- 3 Heimat 3:00
- 4 Nie wieder Alkohol 3:56
- 5 Immer wieder 4:11
- 6 Diese Nacht gehört uns 3:44
- 7 Gesucht und nichts gefunden 3:45
- 8 Plötzlich perfekt 3:47
- 9 Turbulenzen 3:39
- 10 Zweites Gesicht 3:49
- 11 So oder gar nicht 3:40
- 12 Ich will noch nicht nach Hause 3:58
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