The Digital Angel - Affirmation Of Life

Review by florian kwiatek

Affirmation Of Life by The Digital Angel: A Bold Fusion of Electronic and Rock Released in 2013 under Poland’s Alchera Visions label, Affirmation Of Life by The Digital Angel is a genre-bending album that fuses electronic beats with goth rock grit and alternative rock energy. It’s the kind of record that grabs your attention not just for its sound but also for its meticulous craftsmanship. With contributions from a talented team—like Krzysztof Tułecki on bass, Jacek Romanowski producing, and Joanna Wołyniec-Kmieć handling design—this project feels like a labor of love. The album spans eight tracks, each offering something distinct yet cohesive within the overarching themes of life, emotion, and resilience. Two tracks stand out as particularly memorable: "Affirmation Of Life" and "Shining Like The Sun." The title track, “Affirmation Of Life,” hits hard right from the start with its pulsating synth lines layered over gritty guitar riffs. There’s an undeniable intensity here, driven by Krzysztof Steffan Kmieć’s vocals, which oscillate between haunting whispers and raw power. What sticks with you isn’t just the music—it’s how it makes you feel alive, almost defiantly so. You can hear the passion behind every note, whether it’s Paweł Pasza Paszkiewicz shredding on guitar or Krzysztof Alvar Witos programming those infectious beats. This one stays stuck in your head long after it ends. Then there’s “Shining Like The Sun.” If anything, this song feels like a moment of clarity amidst chaos. Its melody has a dreamy quality, blending synth-pop elements with soaring choruses that evoke both hope and melancholy. Lyrically, it tugs at emotions without being overly dramatic—a testament to Diego Silva’s contribution on track five (though he didn’t write this one). The interplay between the keys and drums—courtesy of Piotr Peighta Paszkiewicz—is what really seals the deal. It’s upbeat enough to lift your spirits but layered enough to keep you thinking. One thing worth noting about Affirmation Of Life is its balance. For all its polish—thanks to mastering and mixing by Krzysztof Witos—it doesn’t lose its edge. Tracks like “Mr Change” bring a darker, brooding vibe, while others like “Wymarzona (Love Lasts Forever)” lean into more romantic territory. It’s rare for an album to pull off such variety without feeling disjointed, but The Digital Angel nails it. What struck me most wasn’t just the technical skill involved—it was the sense of collaboration. Everyone brought their A-game, from Renča Novotná penning lyrics for “Marana Tha” to Joanna Wołyniec-Kmieć capturing mood-perfect photography. Even small details, like the programmed beats adding texture, show how much thought went into this. In the end, Affirmation Of Life is more than just another rock-electronic hybrid album; it’s a celebration of human complexity. And honestly? Listening to it felt like finding an old mixtape you forgot existed—it’s nostalgic, fresh, and kinda magical all at once. Who knew Polish Goth Rock could feel so universal?

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Artist: The Digital Angel
Album: Affirmation Of Life

Poland

2013

Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Affirmation Of Life	6:23
Shining Like The Sun	3:18
Marana Tha	4:14
Mr Change	3:06
Never Let Things Slide	4:02
Come And Go	2:41
Wymarzona (Love Lasts Forever)	3:25
Tolenstein	4:30

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AVR012

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Alchera Visions

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Credits

Role	Credit
Bass Guitar	Krzysztof Tułecki
Design	Joanna Wołyniec-Kmieć
Drums	Piotr Peighta Paszkiewicz
Guitar	Jacek Jaca Romanowski, Paweł Pasza Paszkiewicz
Keyboards	Krzysztof Alvar Witos
Lyrics By	Diego Silva (tracks: 5), Krzysztof Kmieć, Renča Novotná (tracks: 4)
Mastered By	Krzysztof Witos
Mixed By	Krzysztof Witos
Photography By	Joanna Wołyniec-Kmieć
Producer	Jacek Romanowski, Krzysztof Kmieć, Krzysztof Tułecki, Krzysztof Witos
Programmed By	Krzysztof Alvar Witos
Recorded By	Krzysztof Witos
Vocals	Krzysztof Steffan Kmieć
Written-By	Krzysztof Kmieć

Notes

The release comes in a standard jewel case with a 6 pages fold-out booklet containt the lyrics.

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout: 19913 R4181/the digital angel
Mould SID Code (Mirrored): IFPI AKG C2
Other (Mould Code Area): B02

About The Digital Angel

Digital Angel is a modern gothic rock band from Wrocław, Poland, which was founded in 2006 by .

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Krzysztof Kmieć
Krzysztof Witos
Jacek Romanowski
Piotr Paszkiewicz
Paweł Paszkiewicz
Krzysztof Tułecki

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Affirmation Of Life* by The Digital Angel is like a Polish musical powerhouse. Released in 2013, it blends electronic vibes with rock energy, mixing goth, synth-pop, and alternative styles. What’s wild is how many talented people poured their skills into it—four different Krzysztofs (!) played key roles, from producing to mastering. Oh, and fun tidbit: the lyrics for two tracks were written by folks from outside the main band, adding an international twist. With tracks like "Shining Like The Sun" and "Marana Tha," it’s got this mix of dark and uplifting feels that fans of those genres eat up. Definitely worth a listen if you’re into moody, layered sounds!