What makes Anthrazit by RAF Camora notable?

Upon its release, 'Anthrazit' debuted at number one on the German Albums Chart and achieved multi-platinum status, underscoring its commercial success. The album's blend of genres has influenced a new wave of artists in the German-speaking rap scene, helping to shape the evolving landscape of urban music in Austria and Germany. By the time 'Anthrazit' was released in 2017, RAF Camora had already established himself as a prominent figure in the Austrian hip-hop scene. This album followed his breakthrough project 'Palmen aus Plastik,' which significantly elevated his profile and popularity, marking a period of commercial success and artistic exploration for him.

Who is Anthrazit for?

Anthrazit works well if you're into catchy hooks for group settings, introspective moments between dance tracks and vibrant energy for celebrations.

How many songs are on Anthrazit?

Anthrazit has 17 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Anthrazit

RAF Camora · 2017

59 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop

A fusion of dancehall rhythms and hip-hop beats creates a vibrant soundscape that reflects urban life in contemporary Austria.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Vienna — This track captures the essence of urban life in Vienna, intertwining personal narratives with broader themes of identity and belonging.
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Alles probiert — The song stands out for its introspective lyrics that reflect on challenges and perseverance, resonating deeply with listeners facing their own struggles.
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Niemals — With its catchy hook and infectious rhythm, this track showcases RAF Camora's ability to blend commercial appeal with meaningful storytelling.
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Luft — This song features a minimalist production style that allows RAF's lyrical prowess to shine, illustrating his growth as an artist.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and varied rhythms but lacks some cohesion in its extensive tracklist.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and slower tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

catchy hooks for group settings
introspective moments between dance tracks
vibrant energy for celebrations
quick bursts of engaging tunes

Maybe skip if you

slow, meandering musical exploration
long tracks demanding patience

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Anthrazit' was released in 2017, RAF Camora had already established himself as a prominent figure in the Austrian hip-hop scene. This album followed his breakthrough project 'Palmen aus Plastik,' which significantly elevated his profile and popularity, marking a period of commercial success and artistic exploration for him.
Stylistic neighbors: Bonez MC· Gzuz· Shindy