What makes Soultaker by Blutengel notable?

'Soultaker' was well-received within the gothic and electronic music communities, charting in Germany and securing Blutengel’s status as a leading act in the genre. The album's blend of remixes alongside original tracks showcased the band's versatility and impact on the dance and club scenes, influencing subsequent artists in dark electronic music. 'Soultaker' was released in 2009, marking Blutengel's continued evolution within the dark wave and futurepop scenes after their successful album 'Labyrinth' in 2007. By this point, the band had solidified its presence in the European electronic music landscape, gaining a dedicated fanbase and exploring deeper thematic content in their work.

Who is Soultaker for?

Soultaker works well if you're into dynamic progression with remixes, dark pulsating beats for immersion and wave-like pacing for deep listening.

How many songs are on Soultaker?

Soultaker has 25 tracks, running approximately 146 minutes.

Soultaker

Blutengel · 2009

146 min · 25 tracks · electronic music

A fusion of darkwave and electronic body music, layered with haunting melodies and driving beats that invoke a gothic atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Soultaker — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and existential angst through its powerful lyrics and atmospheric production, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Addicted to the Night — This track features an infectious hook paired with pulsating rhythms that embody the allure of nightlife, making it a standout club anthem from the album.
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Why Do Even Angels Have to Die? — With its poignant lyrics questioning mortality and sacrifice, this track exemplifies Blutengel's ability to blend emotional depth with danceable beats.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic progression with remixes
dark pulsating beats for immersion
wave-like pacing for deep listening
haunting vocals for emotional connection
ideal for late-night introspection

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, instant gratification
dislike lengthy atmospheric pieces

Where this album fits

Career context: 'Soultaker' was released in 2009, marking Blutengel's continued evolution within the dark wave and futurepop scenes after their successful album 'Labyrinth' in 2007. By this point, the band had solidified its presence in the European electronic music landscape, gaining a dedicated fanbase and exploring deeper thematic content in their work.
Stylistic neighbors: VNV Nation· Assemblage 23· De/Vision

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Why Do Even Angels Have to Die?

The narrative shifts from questioning innocence to confronting loss directly, emphasizing vulnerability.

This structural choice adds weight to the theme of inevitable sorrow, contrasting earlier lighter tones in the album.