Top tracks — play these first
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Ist das noch Punkrock? Start here — The opening track poses a provocative question about the state of punk rock, setting a reflective tone that resonates throughout the album.
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Bettmagnet — This song combines catchy melodies with clever lyrics about attraction and relationships, illustrating the band's knack for blending humor with relatable themes.
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Miststück — With its punchy riffs and biting lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's signature style while addressing themes of betrayal and disappointment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk rock with witty lyrics, maintaining a solid flow but not deeply rewarding on repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature playful lyrical themes that blend humor with social commentary, often using clever wordplay.
- 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 mid-tempo sing-alongs
- playful energy for group listening
- sharp social commentary themes
- quick bursts of humor
- engaging narratives throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, reflective music
- dislike playful lyrical content
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — This album shows Die Ärzte's continued popularity and creativity after a brief hiatus.
- Themes
- German punk revival· sharp social commentary· playful relationship dynamics
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Auch marked Die Ärzte's return after a brief hiatus following their 2009 album, Der Bestatter. This was their first studio album in three years and continued to solidify their reputation as leading figures in the German punk scene. The band maintained their signature irreverence while exploring new themes and sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wizo· Slime· Dritte Wahl
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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TCR
The bridge shifts to an unexpected perspective that critiques societal norms around conformity and rebellion.
This moment starkly contrasts with previous verses, challenging listeners' assumptions about what it means to be part of a subculture.
Tracklist
- 1 Ist das noch Punkrock? Start here 2:59
- 2 Bettmagnet 3:07
- 3 Sohn der Leere 3:42
- 4 TCR 3:44
- 5 Das darfst du 3:20
- 6 Tamagotchi 3:06
- 7 M&F 4:16
- 8 Freundschaft ist Kunst 3:22
- 9 Angekumpelt 2:34
- 10 Waldspaziergang mit Folgen 3:27
- 11 Fiasko 2:44
- 12 Miststück 3:39
- 13 Das finde ich gut 2:27
- 14 Cpt. Metal 4:36
- 15 Die Hard 2:20
- 16 zeiDverschwÄndung 2:59
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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