Puppenspiel
Unheilig · 2008
66 min · 14 tracks · electronic · pop rock · gothic rock
A haunting blend of gothic rock and electronic elements envelops listeners in deep, melancholic narratives.
Why this album works
'Puppenspiel' achieved significant commercial success in Germany, reaching number one on the German Albums Chart and remaining in the top ten for several weeks. The album's thematic depth and eclectic sound contributed to Unheilig's growing prominence in the German music scene, influencing subsequent acts within the genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments haunting narratives inviting deep thought mid-tempo flow for focused listening
- Context
- Released on February 22, 2008, 'Puppenspiel' was Unheilig's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Fleisch' in 2005. At this point, the band was cementing its identity within the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, exploring darker themes while expanding its sound toward more melodic pop influences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vorhang auf 2:03
- 2 Puppenspieler Standout 4:04
- 3 Spiegelbild Standout 5:37
- 4 Dein Clown 4:52
- 5 Sei mein Licht Standout 5:13
- 6 Fang mich auf 4:48
- 7 Feuerengel 5:32
- 8 Kleine Puppe 5:12
- 9 An deiner Seite 6:07
- 10 Die Bestie 5:07
- 11 Lampenfieber 5:01
- 12 Wie viele Jahre 4:36
- 13 Der Vorhang fällt 4:58
- 14 Memoria 3:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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