What makes Projekt Herz EP by We Butter the Bread with Butter notable?

The EP garnered attention for its energetic fusion of punk and electronic elements, leading to a noteworthy presence on German music charts. Additionally, it helped solidify the band's reputation in the growing genre of electronicore, influencing subsequent acts within this niche. By the time 'Projekt Herz' was released in 2012, We Butter the Bread with Butter had established themselves within the German metalcore scene with their previous album, 'Das Monster aus dem Schrank.' This EP serves as a bridge between their earlier sound and their exploration of more polished production techniques, showcasing their evolution as musicians.

How many songs are on Projekt Herz EP?

Projekt Herz EP has 8 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

Projekt Herz EP

We Butter the Bread with Butter · 2012

26 min · 8 tracks · punk rock

A frenetic blend of punk energy and electronic textures, driving forward with aggressive riffs and catchy hooks.

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1000 Volt — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its catchy chorus and dynamic shifts between heavy riffs and melodic sections, making it a standout single.
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Mayday Mayday — With its urgent lyrical themes and driving rhythm, this song captures the EP's overall intensity while showcasing the band's ability to balance aggression with melody.
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USA — This track reflects on cultural themes with a satirical edge, combining sharp lyrics with infectious hooks that resonate well beyond its runtime.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively merges punk and electronic elements but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The first track serves as an intro, setting a frenetic tone that is immediately picked up by the following tracks, which maintain high energy throughout.
Each song features aggressive guitar riffs paired with electronic elements, creating a layered sound that blends punk and electronicore.
The EP includes several tempo shifts, notably in 'Euphorie,' where the pace slows down momentarily before ramping back up.
Vocals alternate between harsh screams and melodic lines, allowing for dynamic contrasts within individual tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Herz (intro) 1:27
2 1000 Volt 3:15
3 Mayday Mayday 3:22
4 USA 3:45
5 Western Beta 5:30
6 Euphorie 3:17
7 Soldat 3:18
8 Supernova 2:36

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