Background/Info:
This
new opus arrives one year after “Satanik Germanik”. Hanzel Und Gretyl have been
inspired by the ‘Walpurgis Nacht’ to compose their new work featuring twelve
songs, a rather symbolic number, but probably just a coincidence.
Content:
“Hexennacht” moves on where the previous work
stopped; it’s a furious exposure of ‘nu-metal’ with this particular American
‘industrial’ touch on top. The album features numerous epic chants in Latin,
creating a mystic element matching with the theme of the album. The songs are
driven by full speed rhythms while the global atmosphere supporting the album
injects a touch of doom. The vocals are as usual sung in German.
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+ + :
I admit I was more convinced by this work than the previous album. It
sounds hard and raw, but also creates a great symbiosis between metal- and
industrial music. The epic chants feel a bit like the common thread between the
songs, but still brings an extra atmospheric touch to the work. The songs are
into power and have been masterly guided by the vocal parts. There are several
great songs featured here, but I recommend “Jägermond” for the little Rammstein
wink, Triple Hexxx”, which is a great doom-like cut and “Eine Kleine Hexennacht
Muzik” revealing cool electronic sequences.
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– – :
The sound formula of Hanzel Und Gretyl
is no surprise, but in the end we’re all looking for great music and
that’s precisely what this album is all about.
Conclusion:
If
“Satanik Germanik” left me a little less unsatisfied, “Hexennacht” is a
brilliant exposure from Hanzel Und Gretyl’s composing skills!
Best songs:
“Jägermond”,
“Triple Hexxx”, “Eine Kleine Hexennacht Muzik”, “Der Kaiz3rn8tor”, “Wolves +
Witches”.
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