Grungerman - Fackeln Im Sturm

Review by Martin Comeau

Album Review: Fackeln Im Sturm by Grungerman Grungerman's Fackeln Im Sturm isn’t your typical late '90s electronic release. Released in 1999 under the German labels Profan and Kreisel 99, this album dives deep into minimal techno with a raw, unpolished edge that feels like it was made for smoky underground clubs rather than glossy playlists. The man behind the music? Grungerman himself – no big-name collaborations, no flashy features, just straight-up gritty beats. The record kicks off with Fackeln Im Sturm 1, which immediately grabs your attention. It’s got this hypnotic rhythm that sneaks up on you – think sparse percussion layered over an almost industrial hum. What makes it stick? Maybe it’s how the track builds tension without ever fully exploding. You’re left hanging, waiting for something that never quite arrives. And honestly, that’s what keeps you hooked. It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s the point. There’s a certain charm in its imperfections, like it doesn’t care about fitting into any mold. Then there’s Untitled. This one feels like a hidden gem tucked away at the end of the album. Without so much as a title to guide you, the track unfolds slowly, blending atmospheric synths with sharp, mechanical clicks. It’s haunting, yet strangely comforting, like walking through an empty warehouse at night. If I had to pick one track from the album that stays with me, it’d be this. There’s no rush, no need to impress – it just exists, and somehow, that’s enough. Sure, the production quality might feel a bit dated now, especially compared to today’s polished electronic releases. But let’s not forget: this is 1999 we’re talking about. Back then, Grungerman wasn’t trying to reinvent the wheel; instead, he carved out his own little corner of the techno scene, and he did it well. Tracks like Fackeln Im Sturm 5 keep things moving, offering more straightforward rhythms that still pack a punch if you’re paying attention. What strikes me most about this album is how unapologetically German it feels. No frills, no unnecessary drama – just solid, driving beats that make you want to move. Listening to it two decades later, it’s clear that Grungerman wasn’t chasing trends. He was making music for those who "got it," even if that meant flying under the radar. So yeah, Fackeln Im Sturm might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but for fans of minimal techno, it’s worth revisiting. Funny thing is, after spinning these tracks, I found myself wondering: would Grungerman even care if people listened to this today? Somehow, I doubt it. And maybe that’s why it works.

Artist: Grungerman
Album: Fackeln Im Sturm

Germany

Electronic

1997

Rating: 4.32

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MP3 size: 15.9 mb
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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Fackeln Im Sturm 1	3:39
Fackeln Im Sturm 5	6:27
Untitled	3:40

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Grungerman - Fackeln Im Sturm (B2)

Grungerman - Fackeln Im Sturm

Wassermann Fackeln Im Sturm B1

Wassermann (Wolfgang Voigt) - Fackeln Im Sturm (Full album)

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Catalog Numbers

kreisel99/31
PROFAN 017

Labels

Kreisel 99
Profan

Listen online

lyssna på nätet
escuchar en línea
ouvir online
online luisteren
kuunnella verkossa
ascolta in linea
online anhören
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet

Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
12"
33 ⅓ RPM

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	MPO
Lacquer Cut At	Toolhouse Studios

Credits

Role	Credit
Music By	Grungerman

Notes

Tracks taken from Grungerman - Fackeln Im Sturm (PROFAN 017, 1997).

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Side A - Etched): MPO PRO-017/A TOOLHOUSE
Matrix / Runout (Side B - Etched): MPO PRO-017/B1 TOOLHOUSE

About Grungerman

Born : Cologne, Germany

Real Name

Wolfgang Voigt

Aliases

Love Inc.
Riss
Brom
Mike Ink
Mint
Crocker
Auftrieb
Split Inc.
M:I:5
Strass
All
Wassermann
Gas
Studio 1
Filter
Freiland
Digital
Wolfgang Voigt
Vinyl Countdown
Centrifugal Force
Dom
Doppel
RX7
Dextro NRG
Popacid
Dlay
X-Lvis
Gelb
Dieter Gorny
Fuchsbau
Tal
Panthel
C.K. Decker
Intus
Sog
Datenzauber
Morek
Instant 303
Dieter Bowie
Tubass
Umbau

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: In 1999, the German electronic duo Grungerman dropped their album *Fackeln Im Sturm*. It’s a minimalist techno masterpiece released under two labels, Profan and Kreisel 99. What makes it stand out? The album only has three tracks—"Fackeln Im Sturm 5," "Fackeln Im Sturm 1," and one simply called "Untitled." It’s like they stripped everything down to pure vibes, no frills attached. Pretty bold move for the late '90s electronic scene!