HT - Karneval EP

Review by Seb Frey

Karneval EP by HT: A Raw Punk Rock Gem from Slovakia Alright, let’s talk about Karneval EP by HT. Released back in 2012 under Hirax Records, this little slice of Slovakian punk rock chaos feels like a forgotten banger waiting to be rediscovered. It’s not perfect, but that’s kinda the point—it’s rough around the edges, unapologetically raw, and full of energy. If you’re into punk with a dash of experimentation, this one might just hit the spot. The album kicks off with "Delírium," and holy crap, does it set the tone. This track grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. The guitar riffs are jagged, the vocals have that snarling urgency, and there’s this weird sense of controlled chaos that makes it memorable. What sticks with me is how it builds up—like it’s teasing you—and then explodes into this noisy, frenetic mess. You can almost picture some sweaty underground club in Bratislava where everyone’s losing their minds to this tune. It’s messy, sure, but isn’t that what punk’s all about? Then there’s “Šťastíčko (Bledomodrá verzia),” which hits different. Where “Delírium” is all aggression, this one leans more into mood and atmosphere. The melody has this dreamy, almost melancholic vibe, but it’s still got bite. I think it’s the way the vocals waver between anger and vulnerability—it’s like they’re screaming at the world but also whispering to themselves. Plus, the whole Bledomodrá (pale blue) thing adds this artsy layer that makes you wonder if they were high when they wrote it. Either way, it’s stuck in my head for days after listening. Now, let’s not ignore the live tracks sprinkled throughout the EP. Stuff like “Hotentoten - reggae (Live)” shows off HT’s knack for turning up the intensity on stage. Sure, it’s sloppy compared to studio versions, but that’s part of its charm. Punk isn’t supposed to be polished, right? And hey, who doesn’t love a good live recording that captures the vibe of a packed venue? But here’s the kicker—the CD-ROM videos. Yeah, remember those? In 2012, including video content felt kinda futuristic, even if now it feels hilariously outdated. Watching “Spleenutia” or “Šťastíčko” as grainy visuals while the music blasts through your speakers gives the whole experience this DIY, early-internet aesthetic. Honestly, it’s charming as hell. Looking back, Karneval EP isn’t gonna top anyone’s list of greatest albums ever, but damn if it doesn’t feel real. HT wasn’t trying to reinvent punk—they were just doing their thing, loud and proud. And sometimes, that’s exactly what you need. So if you stumble across this record, give it a spin. Who knows? Maybe it’ll remind you why punk mattered in the first place. Oh, and random thought: Whoever decided to mix punk with reggae deserves either an award or a stern talking-to. Probably both.

Artist: HT
Album: Karneval EP

Slovakia

Rock

Punk

2012

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Filename: ht-karneval-ep.zip

MP3 size: 47 mb
FLAC size: 467 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Karneval (Le Cron mix)
Spleen (Molar mix)
Šťastíčko (Bledomodrá verzia)
Šťastíčko (CD-ROM video)
Hotentoten - reggae (Live)
Bábika (live)
Delírium
Spleenutia (CD-ROM video)
Veccc (Live)
Cudzí medzi cudzími (live

Video

HT - Spleenutia (official video) HD

HT - Karneval (official video) HD 2012

HT - Šťastíčko (official video)

Hoten Toten - HT - Babika (live 2012)

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Catalog Numbers

SOZA 1893-009-6

Labels

Hirax Records

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CD
EP
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limited

Notes

Limitované vydanie rarít HT z obdobia albumu "1000 rokov od raja".
Existuje iba 100 kusov.
hudba - Sveťo Vladař / Lukáš Rusnák
text - Sveťo Vladař, # 4. Nikita Slovák
# 3. - produkcia: Molar
# 5. - 8. nahrávané pre Radio X - 7. máj 2012
# 9. / 10. réžia - Dentez Lab / 2011
# 1.- 4. upravené skladby z albumu 1000 rokov od raja
# 5. originál sa nachádza na albume Plán B
# 6. originál sa nachádza na albume Absinth
# 7. / 8. originál sa nachádza na albume Predstieranie šťastia
cover foto - Monika Kolenčíková (kolencikova.com)
grafická úprava - spoj.se
© 2011 - 2012 // 2012 HT
www.hotentoten.sk

Barcodes

Other: HT-009-EP

About HT

Punk-Rock band from Žilina, Slovakia formed in 1989

Name Vars

H.T.
HT
Hotentoten

Members

Mišo Ciba
Marcel Randa
Sveťo Vladař
Juraj Jaroščiak

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Karneval EP* by HT, released in 2012, blends punk rock with experimental flair. It’s not just a music album—it includes two CD-ROM videos, adding a multimedia twist. Tracks like *Spleenutia* and *Šťastíčko* let fans experience both audio and visual art. A true gem from Slovakia's underground scene!