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Von Bullerbü nach Babylon

Foyer des Arts · 1982

43 min · 12 tracks · new wave

A vibrant fusion of new wave energy and playful lyricism, echoing both youthful rebellion and cultural commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful yet introspective exploration
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • short bursts of vibrant energy
  • cultural commentary with humor

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, linear albums
  • seek immediate instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in September 1982, 'Von Bullerbü nach Babylon' was Foyer des Arts' second studio album, following their 1981 debut. At this time, the band was gaining traction in the German new wave scene, experimenting with a sound that combined post-punk influences with theatrical flair.
Stylistic neighbors
Bronski Beat· Roxy Music· Duran Duran

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Von Bullerbü nach Babylon 2:03
  • 2 Steps Into the Ministry 3:35
  • 3 Komm in den Garten 4:53
  • 4 Toulouse-Lautrec 4:18
  • 5 Eine vom Theater / Vom Kriege 3:24
  • 6 Eine Königin mit Rädern untendran 5:31
  • 7 Comment and Create 2:47
  • 8 Trends 3:25
  • 9 Wolfram Siebeck hat recht 2:01
  • 10 Olympia 4:39
  • 11 Hubschraubereinsatz 1:51
  • 12 Wissenswertes über Erlangen 4:42

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