Is Schock a good place to start with Eisbrecher?

Yes, Schock is recommended as a starting point for new Eisbrecher listeners. Industrial metal energy collides with darkly poetic lyrics, creating a relentless soundscape that pushes boundaries in Neue Deutsche Härte. Released on January 1, 2015, Schock is Eisbrecher's fifth studio album, following the 2012 release of Die Hölle muss warten. At this stage in their career, the band had solidified their presence within the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, gaining recognition for their unique blend of metal and electronic elements. The album showcases a maturation in songwriting and production techniques, reflecting their evolving artistic vision.

Schock works well if you're into steady rhythmic journey throughout, dark energy for intense moments and an energetic release for workouts.

How many songs are on Schock?

Schock has 14 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Schock

Eisbrecher · 2015

52 min · 14 tracks · industrial metal

Industrial metal energy collides with darkly poetic lyrics, creating a relentless soundscape that pushes boundaries in Neue Deutsche Härte.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Volle Kraft voraus Start here — This opening track sets a powerful tone for the album with its driving rhythms and anthemic chorus, capturing the essence of determination and strength.
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1000 Narben — The song delves into themes of pain and resilience, using vivid imagery that highlights the band's ability to blend heavy music with emotional storytelling.
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Rot wie die Liebe — With its catchy hooks and dynamic instrumentation, this track exemplifies Eisbrecher's knack for crafting memorable songs that resonate with fans.
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Himmel, Arsch und Zwirn — This track features a playful yet aggressive lyrical approach, illustrating the band's trademark humor intertwined with serious themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic industrial metal with poetic lyrics, maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with aggressive guitar riffs and driving percussion, setting a relentless pace.
Lyrically, the album features dark themes that are consistently explored across multiple tracks, enhancing the overall mood.
Several songs incorporate electronic elements alongside traditional metal instrumentation, creating a layered soundscape.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady rhythmic journey throughout
dark energy for intense moments
an energetic release for workouts
anthemic choruses for group sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, reflective music
enjoy standalone track variety

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Achieved significant commercial success and solidified the band's presence.
Themes: industrial resilience· dark poetic imagery· German metal humor
Career context: Released on January 1, 2015, Schock is Eisbrecher's fifth studio album, following the 2012 release of Die Hölle muss warten. At this stage in their career, the band had solidified their presence within the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, gaining recognition for their unique blend of metal and electronic elements. The album showcases a maturation in songwriting and production techniques, reflecting their evolving artistic vision.
Stylistic neighbors: Oomph!· Rammstein· Megaherz

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Fehler machen Leute

The lyrics confront personal flaws directly, challenging listeners to embrace their imperfections without fear.

The candid self-reflection contrasts sharply with the otherwise aggressive tone of the album, showcasing vulnerability amidst bravado.