The albums that define
german punk.
Our picks for where to start with german punk — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top German punk artists
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The german punk essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Die Ärzte
Uns geht's prima...
A lively blend of punk energy and catchy pop melodies, encapsulating youthful exuberance in a playful German context.
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Die Ärzte
Satanische Pferde
A frenetic blend of punk energy and pop melodies, brimming with irreverent humor and sharp social commentary.
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Terrorgruppe
Rockgiganten vs. Strassenköter
Fast-paced riffs and sardonic lyrics collide in a raw yet melodic punk rock soundscape that defines Terrorgruppe's energetic style.
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Keine Zähne im Maul aber La Paloma pfeifen
Postsexuell
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Broilers
Santa Muerte
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Keine Zähne im Maul aber La Paloma pfeifen
Die Biellmann-Pirouette
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where German punk landed in each era.