Himmelfahrt [EXTRA TRACKS] [IMPORT]

Megaherz

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 27, 2000)
• Original Release Date: 2000
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Extra tracks, Import
• Label: zyx
• ASIN: B00004R7VV
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #27,837 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Customer Reviews

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Neue Deutsche Härte!!!, March 9, 2000

By	Betsy Koenigsberg "metelfrogg" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

There is an on-going (r)evolution in Germany with respect to Industrial-Metal Music. In America where we seem to be languishing in an over-abundance of Rap-Metal hybrids; across the Atlantic, Metal is being given new life and MEGAHERZ scores heavily with their latest effort - "Himmelfahrt". From the opening track ("Du Oder Ich"), the music slaps you in the face and continues to rumble and roar throughout each track that follows. The title track ("Himmelfahrt") is next, and its beauty and majestry is unsurpassed. The third track ("Showdown") may lead you to believe that an "English" song has somehow entered into the fray - but this is NOT the case! All lyrics are in German which serves as a very helpful "tool" in emphasizing the hard-edged style of MEGAHERZ. There is a continued rumbling, pulsing energy that flows through the entire CD. If you are familiar with MEGAHERZ, this album will not disappoint! It is harder, heavier, and faster than ever before. If you are unfamiliar and curious, "Himmelfahrt" is an excellent starting point to introduce yourself to the band. Final thoughts......Noel's samples/keyboards are playful and poignant (the ending to "Menschmaschine" is perfect). X-tian's guitar riffs (even a "solo" here and there!) are thick, Wenz's bass growls angrily, Frank's drums are unrelenting, and Alexx's amazing vocal contributions all combine to produce a SOUND that will have you moving every body part, bouncing off walls, and stomping floors for a VERY long time! I HIGHLY recommend this CD!!!!!!!! "Kein angst, komm mit mir auf Himmelfahrt"........

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The next best thing to Rammstein, April 12, 2000

By	Markus F. (Vienna, Austria) - See all my reviews

Hard, metallic, yet the rythm keeps flowing - Megaherz have no apparent weakness. This is an album for anyone who loves it hard and a little weird. The only reason why I spared the 5th star is the fact that Megaherz are still way too serious about themselves. They are among the best, so they could afford a more relaxed attitude. No need to prove yourself the way all these oh-so-extra-hard metal bands do.

However, the guys are starting to improve on that. Track 11 - Totet den DJ [Kill the DJ] has some of the ironic twist that has always set Rammstein apart from the crowd. If you intend to give European Metal a try, this album is a sure shot.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure ecstasy, September 11, 2004

By	A. Chang "German industrial, freeform fanatic... (City of Angels) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Ive been a long time fan of Rammstein, Oomph!, and Megaherz but that IS BEYOND THE POINT. Let me just state here just because Rammstein and Megaherz are both German doesnt mean you MUST compare the two. People in Germany should not compare Rancid and Slipknot, or in a less extremist fashion, Korn and Metallica. They play different styles of music and thus should be evaluated independently of each other.

The thing I listen for in songs by Megaherz is their chorus, after hearing Kopfschuss I wanted more Herz aus Stein and Freiflug, lo and behold Megaherz releases Himmelfahrt. This cd and Herzwerk II are their more modern cd's, this being their first step in their new direction. Both have some very very nice tracks, the ones I like on Himmelfahrt being Himmelfahrt, Tanz auf dem Vulkan, Hurra wir Leben Noch, and Das Licht Am Ende Der Welt. Each of these tracks exude emotion, they are incredibly beautiful and uplifting songs. The vocals are extremely powerful and moving, the percussion and guitars pumping, and the electronics add a nice feel to the overall composition. In these songs Megaherz abandons their older style and heads in a new direction, more electronics and dancy music. There are also some harder, older styled songs like Oder Ich and Beiss Mich that have roots in their older cd's like most of Kopfschuss and Wer Bist Du. Understanding the lyrics is terribly important as it adds to the effect of the music. If you like melodic expressive songs as well as harder head bangin music you'll like Himmelfahrt.

As an aside, I must say, one of the main reasons I love Megaherz so much is the singer, Alexx. If you like what Megaherz has here in Himmelfahrt and Herzwerk II, I would advise you to go buy Eisbrecher ( band formed after Alexx and Noel left Megaherz ). In my opinion, Eisbrecher is just as good as or better than Megaherz at the moment, we'll have to see what the new Megaherz will produce in the coming months.