Wunschkind
Oomph! · 1996
55 min · 12 tracks · industrial metal · Neue Deutsche Härte
Aggressive industrial metal intertwines with haunting melodies, creating a dark and immersive sonic landscape.
Wunschkind is an album by Oomph!, released in 1996. Aggressive industrial metal intertwines with haunting melodies, creating a dark and immersive sonic landscape. This album marked a significant evolution in Oomph!'s style, contributing to the rise of Neue Deutsche Härte in Germany. Its single 'Wunschkind' became a defining track for the genre, influencing subsequent artists such as Rammstein and attracting attention for its bold lyrics addressing societal issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wunschkind sound like?
Aggressive industrial metal intertwines with haunting melodies, creating a dark and immersive sonic landscape. Rooted in industrial metal and Neue Deutsche Härte.
What makes Wunschkind by Oomph! notable?
This album marked a significant evolution in Oomph!'s style, contributing to the rise of Neue Deutsche Härte in Germany. Its single 'Wunschkind' became a defining track for the genre, influencing subsequent artists such as Rammstein and attracting attention for its bold lyrics addressing societal issues. Wunschkind is Oomph!'s third studio album, released in 1996 after their breakthrough with the album Sperm. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound within the Neue Deutsche Härte movement, blending heavy metal with electronic elements and provocative themes.
How many songs are on Wunschkind?
Wunschkind has 12 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Born‐Praised‐Kissed Standout 7:30
- 2 Wunschkind Standout 5:33
- 3 You’ve Got It 5:34
- 4 Down in This Hole 4:18
- 5 Wälsungenblut 2:25
- 6 Krüppel 3:35
- 7 My Soubrette 6:31
- 8 Mind Over Matter 4:33
- 9 Filthy Playground 3:51
- 10 I.N.R.I. vs. Jahwe Standout 5:15
- 11 Song for Whoever 4:17
- 12 Der Alptraum der Kindheit 2:25
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
55 min 54 sec
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