Schlagenheim
Black Midi · 2019
43 min · 9 tracks · rock music
A chaotic blend of math rock, punk energy, and avant-garde experimentation that defies conventional structure.
Top tracks — play these first
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953 — Opening with frenetic rhythms and dissonant melodies, this track sets the tone for the album's unpredictable nature while showcasing the band's technical prowess.
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Western — This extended piece exemplifies the band's ability to build tension and atmosphere, intertwining intricate guitar lines with dynamic shifts that captivate listeners.
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bmbmbm — Its relentless energy and catchy hooks provide a glimpse into the band's punk influences, making it an exhilarating highlight that resonates with audiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic structure and unique sound make it stand out in contemporary rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a frenetic tempo in '953', immediately establishing a chaotic energy that persists throughout.
- Tracks often shift abruptly in dynamics and tempo, such as the transition from the high-energy 'Speedway' to the more subdued 'Reggae'.
- Several tracks feature unconventional song structures, with sections that defy traditional verse-chorus formats, particularly evident in 'bmbmbm'.
- The final track, 'Ducter', closes with an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, creating a sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- 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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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 953 5:20
- 2 Speedway 3:17
- 3 Reggae 3:29
- 4 Near DT, MI 2:20
- 5 Western 8:08
- 6 Of Schlagenheim 6:24
- 7 bmbmbm 4:56
- 8 Years Ago 2:34
- 9 Ducter 6:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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