OOMPH! - Richter Und Henker (CD)

Richter und Henker clearly proves that OOMPH! are back stronger than before with their new line up, charging straight forward! Album opener "Wem Die Stunde Schl gt" (en: For Whom The Bell Tolls) makes an immediate statement, propelled by a hefty dose of industrial metal. Title track "Richter und Henker" captivates the listener with a mixture of hooky guitars and chanting vocals, while criticizing ignorant social movements. New wave influences are present on heavy and groovy anti-war anthem "Nur Ein Mensch" (en: Only A Human) - a future hit and strong sign against warmongering and empty slogans that force hatred and war. On "Wut" (Anger), OOMPH! is supported by none other than genre idol Joachim Witt.
Since their formation in 1989, OOMPH! has emerged as a highly influential band that has even inspired later Neue Deutsche H rte giants such as Rammstein. With Richter und Henker, the Neue Deutsche H rte masters prove that they remain a leading force in the scene, even after their first line-up change in more than 30 years of existence."