Und Mitgemacht by Rhesus Fakkktor: A Gritty Electro Odyssey You Didn’t Know You Needed
Alright, let’s talk about Und Mitgemacht, the 2012 banger from Germany’s own Rhesus Fakkktor. Released under Asshole Records (yes, you read that right), this album is a wild ride through electro, industrial, and EBM vibes that’ll slap you awake if you’re not paying attention. It's like someone took all the grit of Berlin’s underground scene, threw it into a blender with some serious dystopian energy, and hit "puree."
Now, I know what you’re thinking—“Industrial? Electro? Isn’t that just noise for goths who miss the ‘90s?” But hold up. This record has more layers than your grandma’s lasagna. Tracks like “Evil Acts” and “Try Next Level” stick out like sore thumbs because they’re so damn memorable.
Take “Evil Acts,” for example. The track starts off with this eerie synth line that feels like walking into an abandoned factory at midnight. Then BAM—the beat drops, and suddenly you're in a cyberpunk fever dream. It’s got this hypnotic rhythm that worms its way into your brain and doesn’t leave—even after days. You find yourself nodding along while stuck in traffic or pretending to look busy at work. Yeah, it’s that kind of song. Plus, there’s something oddly satisfying about how unapologetically dark it is. No sugarcoating here; it’s raw and real.
Then there’s “Try Next Level.” Oh man, this one hits different. Imagine being chased through a neon-lit alleyway by robots programmed to party. That’s the vibe. The bassline is so punchy it practically punches YOU in the chest, and the robotic vocals feel like they’re mocking humanity itself. There’s a moment around the two-minute mark where everything glitches out, and honestly? It’s genius. Feels like the machines are having their own existential crisis mid-song. Love it.
Other standouts include “Bunga Bunga Party” (which sounds exactly as chaotic as the title suggests) and “Fight Till Death,” which could easily soundtrack any post-apocalyptic rave. These tracks don’t reinvent the wheel, but they don’t need to—they just crush it within their genre.
What makes Und Mitgemacht special isn’t just the music—it’s the attitude. Rhesus Fakkktor doesn’t care if you “get it” or not. They’re here to make bold, abrasive sounds that challenge you, whether you’re ready or not. And sure, maybe calling your label “Asshole Records” is a bit much, but hey, at least they’re consistent.
So yeah, give this album a spin if you’re into stuff that’s heavy on atmosphere and heavier on beats. Just don’t blame me if you start hearing “Evil Acts” in your sleep.
Final thought: If Rhesus Fakkktor ever decides to tour, I hope they serve bratwurst at the merch table. Because nothing says “industrial dystopia” quite like sausage, am I right?
