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Feeling B · 1989

56 min · 17 tracks · punk rock

A frenetic blend of punk energy and eclectic influences, capturing the rebellious spirit of late '80s German rock.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Lied von der unruhevollen Jugend — This track encapsulates the youthful frustration and angst prevalent in Feeling B's music, showcasing both melodic hooks and punk aggression.
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    Am Horizont — With its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics, this song reflects the band's ability to blend personal narratives with broader social commentary.
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    Geh zurück in dein Buch — This track stands out for its playful yet critical examination of escapism through literature, merging wit with a catchy punk sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album captures punk energy but loses cohesion with its live bonus tracks, affecting its overall impact.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track and maintains a fast tempo for the first six songs, creating an immediate sense of urgency.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, often shifting from melodic verses to chaotic choruses.
  • The last five tracks consist of live recordings or alternate takes, which disrupt the flow established by the earlier studio tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
5/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Artig 2:28
  • 2 Kim Wilde 2:52
  • 3 Mix mir einen Drink 3:57
  • 4 Am Horizont 3:34
  • 5 Frusti, mach's gut 2:28
  • 6 Geh zurück in dein Buch 3:56
  • 7 Lied von der unruhevollen Jugend 4:17
  • 8 Ohne Bewußtsein 3:14
  • 9 Alles ist so unununheimlich dufte 3:00
  • 10 Du wirst den Gipfel nie erreichen 4:02
  • 11 Tschaka 3:02
  • 12 Ich weiß nicht was soll es 3:11
  • 13 Zugabe I Du findest keine Ruh 4:11
  • 14 Zugabe II Artig 3:15
  • 15 Zugabe III Mix 0:32
  • 16 Zugabe IV Trance 3:50
  • 17 Zugabe V Der Klavierspieler 4:27

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