True Till Death by Jedem Das Seine: A Raging Oi! Anthem That Kicks Ass
Alright, let’s cut the crap. If you’re into raw, unfiltered rock with a punch-you-in-the-face attitude, True Till Death by Jedem Das Seine is gonna slap you awake. Released in 2013 under Lost Reich Rex (yeah, that label), this Russian beast of an album doesn’t mess around. It’s Oi! and hard rock fused together like vodka and regret—straight-up aggressive, no chaser.
First off, the tracklist hits hard right from the start. Tracks like "Верность До Смерти" (that’s "True Till Death" for you non-Russian speakers) and "Berlin Bleibt Deutsch" are straight fire. These aren’t just songs; they’re anthems made to pump your fists to until your arms feel like jelly.
Take "Верность До Смерти," for example. The opening riff grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. It’s got this relentless energy, like someone lit a match under the band’s collective ass. The vocals? Gritty as hell, dripping with conviction. You can practically hear the spit flying outta the singer’s mouth as he belts it out. This one sticks because it feels real—no polished studio tricks here, just pure, uncut rage. It’s the kind of song that makes you wanna smash something—or at least scream along like a lunatic.
Then there’s "Berlin Bleibt Deutsch." Damn, this tune slaps harder than a pissed-off bouncer. With its stomping rhythm and chant-worthy chorus, it’s impossible not to get hyped. There’s something about the mix of German lyrics and that driving beat that feels like booting down a door. It’s catchy as hell but still rough around the edges, which is exactly how Oi! should be. Plus, who doesn’t love shouting “Ein Volk, Ein Fuhrer” while pretending they’re storming some imaginary barricade? Okay, maybe don’t quote me on that last part.
The rest of the album keeps the momentum going strong. Songs like "Железом И Кровью" ("Iron and Blood") and "Pulling On The Boots" keep things heavy and in-your-face. Even slower tracks like "Новый Рассвет" ("New Dawn") pack a punch, blending melody with that signature grittiness. No filler here—just solid, chest-thumping jams.
Now, here’s the kicker: listening to True Till Death feels like stepping into a dingy underground club where everyone’s sweating, shouting, and living for the moment. But what really hit me was how Jedem Das Seine managed to blend Russian and German themes without it feeling forced. Like, why does this work so damn well? Is it the shared history? The rebellious spirit? Who knows, but it clicks.
So yeah, if you’re looking for music that’ll kick your teeth in and leave you begging for more, grab this album. Just don’t blame me when your neighbors complain about the noise. Oh, and fun fact—I accidentally listened to this whole thing twice in a row because I forgot to switch playlists. Guess what? Didn’t hate it one bit.
