Knasterbart mixing rock, folk, country and world music into a unique sound. The lyrical effusions are partly ironic, partly sarcastic, but always a rough blow to the ears. In addition to fun inbred and drinking songs, many songs prove well packed social criticism.
Album opener Goss Hauer puts mighty through pace and animated to celebrate, jumping and antics. The song harmonious blend of classic folk elements with modern rock music. Generally Knasterbart is a party suitable minstrel troupe, but this. On musically very high level Crude party tracks and monotonous drinking songs can not be found on the album. The whole album is complemented by short instrumental interludes pitfalls or intros which outstanding queue at the album structure and complete this. In this way, ensure Knasterbart for plenty of musical variety.
With sorrow shared is a problem halved it continues very lively and quick. Here outweigh mainly Irish folk influences. Especially the masterful violin stands out positively here. It continues with Goss High School. An ironic ode to life in the gutter. Quiet and fast parts alternate skillfully. It's one of those songs that go straight to the head and leave a lasting impression. Will be a song and danced sang that. In short, a song of all the conditions to become a cult hit combines.
In brandy for all the minstrels proclaim not always entirely serious demands within the framework of their brandy-People's Party. But the deeper meaning is a call to stand up for his beliefs and views, to form their own opinions and to make a difference.
The incredibly funny, but actually possible family relationships in my family tree is a circle suggests itself immediately a smile on your face. Lyrics like I'm the brother, son, my wife's daughter should be a certain foretaste of the full lyrical effusion of this piece.
The completion of the album offers a beautiful ballad with melancholic piano tones, quiet violin and poignant choruses. The song is a not too serious declaration of love to a stubborn companion, Horst, the crab louse. Musically an excellent ballad with hearty, ironic text.
Knasterbart present an incredibly well produced, musically varied album. The CD comes in an appealing digipack and comprehensive booklet. With spirits of all Knasterbart have an excellent, if not cult produced suspicious album.
