Kunstraub
In Extremo · 2013
44 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A vibrant blend of medieval melodies and metal energy creates an exhilarating soundscape that invites both headbanging and dancing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Der die Sonne schlafen schickt Start here — Opening with an infectious melody, this track sets the tone for the album with its rich instrumentation and engaging chorus, making it a fan favorite.
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Kunstraub — The title track encapsulates the album's essence by weaving together elements of storytelling and social commentary within a catchy folk-metal framework.
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Himmel und Hölle — This song features dynamic shifts between heavy riffs and melodic passages, illustrating the band's ability to balance aggression with lyrical depth.
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Alles schon gesehen — With its reflective lyrics and memorable hooks, this track showcases the band's knack for combining personal narratives with broader themes of experience and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively merges folk and metal elements while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong, driving rhythm that persists through the first half, maintaining high energy before introducing more melodic and reflective moments in the latter tracks.
- Several tracks feature traditional folk instruments like bagpipes and hurdy-gurdy, which are layered over heavy guitar riffs, creating a distinct sound that blends genres.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- engaging sing-along moments
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective listening
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debuted at number 8 on the German Albums Chart, showcasing commercial viability.
- Career context
- Kunstraub is In Extremo's eighth studio album, released in 2013, following their successful album 'Sterneneisen' from 2012. By this time, the band had solidified their unique fusion of folk and metal, gaining a substantial fan base across Europe. The album showcases their established style while experimenting with new themes and sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Schandmaul· Korpiklaani· Eluveitie
Tracklist
- 1 Der die Sonne schlafen schickt Start here 3:56
- 2 Wege ohne Namen 4:23
- 3 Lebemann 3:22
- 4 Himmel und Hölle 3:56
- 5 Gaukler 3:52
- 6 Kunstraub 3:24
- 7 Feuertaufe 3:27
- 8 Du und ich 3:30
- 9 Doof 3:50
- 10 Alles schon gesehen 3:29
- 11 Belladonna 4:01
- 12 Die Beute 3:42
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