Liebe macht Monster
Eisbrecher · 2021
56 min · 14 tracks · industrial metal
Industrial metal anthems merge with darkly poetic lyrics, creating a visceral landscape of emotion and intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Es lohnt sich nicht ein Mensch zu sein Start here — This opening track sets a confrontational tone with its heavy instrumentation and biting commentary on human existence, encapsulating the album's thematic core.
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Liebe macht Monster — The title track explores the duality of love and monstrosity through powerful imagery and robust soundscapes, making it a standout representation of the album's message.
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Himmel — With its haunting melodies juxtaposed against aggressive rhythms, this track exemplifies Eisbrecher's ability to blend emotional nuance with hard-hitting industrial elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines strong lyrical themes with polished production, though its cohesion is slightly affected by the length and variety of tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with aggressive guitar riffs and driving beats, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and varied tempos.
- Lyrically, the tracks often explore themes of existentialism and societal critique, with verses that frequently employ vivid imagery and metaphor.
- Several songs feature dynamic shifts in intensity, such as abrupt transitions from heavy instrumentation to softer passages, creating a sense of tension and release.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- provocative themes for reflection
- headphone detail exploration
- dark atmosphere for introspection
- consistent flow through tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek lighthearted themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues to showcase Eisbrecher's established sound while receiving positive recognition.
- Themes
- dark love· human monstrosity· societal critique
- Career context
- Released on March 12, 2021, Liebe macht Monster marks Eisbrecher's sixth studio album, following their 2018 record Sturmfahrt. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their presence in the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, combining heavy riffs with provocative lyrics that engage with societal themes.
Tracklist
- 1 Es lohnt sich nicht ein Mensch zu sein Start here 4:17
- 2 FAKK 4:12
- 3 Nein Danke 3:46
- 4 Im Guten im Bösen 4:59
- 5 Frommer Mann 3:12
- 6 Dagegen 4:09
- 7 Liebe macht Monster 4:15
- 8 Systemsprenger 3:49
- 9 Wer bin ich 4:16
- 10 Himmel 4:15
- 11 Kontrollverlust 3:44
- 12 Leiserdrehen 3:39
- 13 High Society 3:56
- 14 Es lebe der Tod 4:25
If this landed
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Mutter
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Oomph!
Shares aggressive soundscapes and lyrical depth centered on love's darker aspects and human struggles.
Angst
KMFDM
Combines industrial elements with anthemic intensity and critiques of society, echoing similar emotional landscapes.
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