Released 20 years ago
Laut Gedacht
Silbermond · 2006
67 min · 15 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant blend of pop rock melodies infused with introspective lyrics and anthemic choruses that resonate deeply with listeners.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Zeiten wie diesen — This track captures the zeitgeist of the era with its themes of resilience and hope, making it a relatable anthem during challenging times.
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Das Beste — With its uplifting message about cherishing life's moments, this song showcases Silbermond's knack for crafting emotive melodies that connect with listeners.
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Meer sein Start here — The opening track sets an engaging tone for the album with its rich instrumentation and evocative lyrics about longing and aspiration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and engaging choruses but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build to anthemic choruses, creating a sense of emotional uplift.
- The lyrics often explore introspective themes, with a notable shift in tone from personal reflection to broader societal commentary across the tracklist.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection
- an anthemic sing-along experience
- reflective moments that invite introspection
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid emotional depth and nuance
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Silbermond's presence in the pop rock scene after their debut.
- Themes
- German resilience· 2000s pop culture· longing and aspiration
- Career context
- Released on April 21, 2006, Laut Gedacht is Silbermond's second studio album, following their successful debut, Verschwende Deine Zeit. At this point in their career, the band had already established a strong fanbase in Germany, setting the stage for further commercial success and artistic exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Revolverheld· Frida Gold· Juli
Tracklist
- 1 Meer sein Start here 4:27
- 2 Wenn die anderen 3:46
- 3 Das Ende vom Kreis 4:05
- 4 Zu weit 3:44
- 5 Unendlich 6:53
- 6 In Zeiten wie diesen 4:35
- 7 Das Beste 4:45
- 8 Unerkannt 3:56
- 9 Schick Love 5:17
- 10 So wie jetzt 5:15
- 11 Endlich 3:59
- 12 Lebenszeichen 4:03
- 13 Nein danke 4:48
- 14 Kartenhaus 3:15
- 15 Ich wünsch dir was 4:10
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
In Farbe
Revolverheld
Shares anthemic choruses and introspective lyrics that connect with themes of aspiration.
Die Reklamation
Wir sind Helden
Combines vibrant pop rock melodies with reflective lyrics on modern life and resilience.
Es ist Juli
Juli
Features catchy pop rock hooks paired with emotional exploration and a sense of longing.
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