Das Ende Der Coolness Vol 2: Indie Pop That Punches You in the Face
Alright, let’s cut to the chase. Fortuna Ehrenfeld’s Das Ende Der Coolness Vol 2 isn’t just another indie pop album—it’s a chaotic love letter to anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t fit into this overhyped, Instagram-filtered world. Released back in 2016 outta Germany, this sucker slaps harder than most of what’s floating around today. With its mix of raw energy and tongue-in-cheek lyricism, it’s got that “I’m cooler than you but also kinda sad about it” vibe nailed down perfectly.
Let’s dive straight into two tracks that’ll stick with you long after the playlist ends: "Alles Explodiert" and "Coffee Keeps Me Busy."
First up, "Alles Explodiert." Holy crap, this song hits different. It’s explosive (duh), but not in some overproduced, try-hard way. The beat grabs you by the collar while Martin Bechler’s vocals bounce between pissed-off and playful. There’s something hypnotic about how the melody builds—like everything’s falling apart but somehow still works. And yeah, okay, maybe I’ve screamed along to “alles explodiert!” on bad days when life feels like one big dumpster fire. Don’t judge me; you’d do the same.
Then there’s "Coffee Keeps Me Busy," which is basically the soundtrack for every caffeine-addicted insomniac out there. This track’s got sass for days, blending sharp guitar riffs with lyrics that feel like your inner monologue on a Monday morning. Lines like these hit hard because they’re so damn relatable—you know exactly what it’s like to be stuck in that endless loop of procrastination fueled by coffee and existential dread. Plus, the chorus? Catchy as hell. You’ll catch yourself humming it even when you hate yourself for liking it.
The production deserves props too. Producer Martin Bechler and René Tinner clearly knew what they were doing—they didn’t polish the crap out of it, keeping that gritty edge alive. John Cremer at Railroad Tracks Studios mastered this beast, making sure every note punches through without losing its soul. Shoutout to Sandra Brettschneider for the graphics and Babs Mummelthey for the photography—they gave the whole thing an aesthetic that screams “we don’t care if you think we’re cool.”
But here’s the kicker: listening to Das Ende Der Coolness Vol 2 feels like hanging out with someone who’s both your best friend and your harshest critic. They get you, they call you out, and then they make you laugh about it. By the time you reach the final track, you realize the album’s title couldn’t be more accurate—we’re all chasing this idea of being “cool,” but deep down, none of us really knows what that means anymore.
Oh, and fun fact? Track repetition. Yep, songs like “Alles Explodiert” and “Das Heilige Kanonenrohr” show up twice. Is it lazy? Nah. It’s genius. Like hearing the same thought echo in your head until it sticks. Or maybe they just ran out of ideas. Who cares? It works.
So, would I recommend this album? Hell yes. But only if you’re ready to embrace the mess. Because at the end of the day, perfection’s boring—and Fortuna Ehrenfeld proves that loud and clear.
Final thought: If aliens ever invade Earth, I hope they land during a Fortuna Ehrenfeld concert. Maybe their weird little alien brains will short-circuit from sheer confusion.
