In German language.
Oktober were a seven piece German band who put on these theatrical shows that were very political. This their second album continues in the same vein as the debut as we get this Symphonic/Krautrock style of music although this is much more symphonic than the debut. The vocalist has a lot of character to say the least. This was a double concept album with four side long suites with plenty of twists and turns including lots of samples and spoken words as well. All singing and speaking is in German and the subject matter is "The Paris Commune" which is about an event that took place in Paris in 1871 where it is believed the first ever government was formed by the working class people. This is a ride folks.
We get started with "Unser Blut-Ihre Geschichte" where we can hear a loud crowd shouting and celebrating before the organ takes over. This is replaced by drums and guitar that builds. Check out the chunky bass and background synths. Man this sounds amazing. The guitar then solos over top 2 1/2 minutes in before it all settles right down as spoken words come in with atmosphere. It all kicks back in at 5 minutes including piano this time. Vocals follow. It settles again with background synths as the vocals continue. Great sound before 8 minutes as it picks up speed then becomes more powerful. I like the way themes are repeated. Impressive instrumental sections follow then I like the calm 14 minutes in as the synths blow like the wind as the drums pound. Ripping guitar after 15 minutes with ground shaking bass as the drums continue to be upfront. A dark calm before 18 minutes with deep sounds and sinister guitar. Spoken words only follow then back to the instrumental work followed by vocals as again themes are repeated. What a track!
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