Frisz & Sympatisz
Herman Brood · 1982
37 min · 11 tracks · rock and roll
A gritty blend of rock and roll fueled by raw emotion and Herman Brood's signature irreverence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stay Alive — Opening the album with an urgent call to embrace life, this track sets the tone with its infectious energy and catchy hook.
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Berlin Schmerzt — This track reflects Brood’s poignant observations on urban life, blending a sense of melancholy with a driving rhythm that resonates deeply.
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Suicide — Provocative and raw, this song addresses heavy themes head-on while showcasing Brood’s boldness in confronting personal struggles through art.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw energy for rebellious spirits
- short bursts of emotional intensity
- cathartic release with urgency
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of long, meditative tracks
- prefer polished, smooth sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1982, Frisz & Sympatisz marked Herman Brood's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of his previous work, Shpritsz. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a bold rock artist, known not just for his music but also for his flamboyant lifestyle and persona.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iggy Pop· The Stooges· Johnny Thunders
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Suicide
The narrative shifts from introspection to direct confrontation with dark thoughts, creating a stark emotional impact.
By pulling the listener into a moment of visceral honesty, this shift challenges the audience to engage with uncomfortable truths about mental health.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stay Alive 4:34
- 2 Kissed Me 2:10
- 3 Job 3:09
- 4 Baby Please 3:47
- 5 Hassle 1:55
- 6 Berlin Schmerzt 3:20
- 7 Side Line 4:32
- 8 If Love Is Dead 2:27
- 9 I Gotta Know 4:05
- 10 Hold Back 3:54
- 11 Suicide 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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