Sankt Otten - Messias Maschine

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Review by Arturo Ancona Garcia

Album Review: Messias Maschine by Sankt Otten – A Journey Through Sound and Emotion Released in 2013 under Denovali Records, Messias Maschine by Sankt Otten is a fascinating blend of genres that defies easy categorization. The album pulls you into its world with a mix of Electronic, Rock, Abstract, Krautrock, Club/Dance, and Synth-pop influences. It’s not just music; it feels like an experience, one that shifts between introspective moods and danceable beats. Hailing from Germany, Europe, Christoph Clöser, Oliver Klemm, and Stephan Otten bring their unique compositional voices to the project, crafting something both deeply personal and universally resonant. One track that sticks out is “Das Geräusch Des Wartens.” This piece captures the essence of waiting—not the boring kind but the anticipatory, almost electric feeling of standing on the edge of something big. The synth lines are hypnotic, looping around your brain while subtle percussion builds tension underneath. There’s no grand explosion or climax here, just a slow burn that leaves you hanging, much like real-life moments of anticipation. It's haunting yet oddly comforting, the type of song you’d play late at night when everyone else is asleep. Another standout is “Du Hast Mich Süchtig Gemacht.” With its pulsating rhythm and layered textures, this track hits differently. You can feel the Krautrock influence in how it locks into a groove and refuses to let go. But what makes it memorable isn’t just the beat—it’s the emotional weight behind it. The lyrics (if you catch them through the haze) speak to obsession and longing, themes that resonate deeply without being over-explained. It’s catchy enough for the club but complex enough for headphones, striking that rare balance between accessibility and depth. The album as a whole flows well, though some tracks blend together if you’re not paying close attention. Tracks like “Im Himmel Angekommen” offer dreamy introspection, while “Endlich Ein Schlechter Mensch” leans more chaotic and raw. Each piece contributes to the overarching narrative of human emotions filtered through machines—a concept that could easily come off as pretentious but somehow works here. What strikes me most about Messias Maschine is how unapologetically itself it is. In a world where so many artists chase trends, Sankt Otten seems content to do their own thing, blending styles and ideas that shouldn’t work together but somehow do. Listening to this record feels like stumbling upon a hidden corner of a museum—unexpected, maybe even strange, but undeniably captivating. And honestly? That’s kinda refreshing. Because let’s face it, we’ve all heard too many polished albums that sound great but leave zero impression. Messias Maschine, flaws and all, stays with you long after the last note fades. So, yeah, give it a spin. Just don’t expect anything conventional—you might end up loving it for exactly that reason.

Table of Contents

Download

Filename: sankt-otten-messias-maschine.zip
  • MP3 size: 85.4 mb
  • FLAC size: 639.8 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Das Geräusch Des Wartens
Nach Dir Die Sinnesflut
Du Hast Mich Süchtig Gemacht
Die Messias Maschine
Das Große Weinen Ist Vorbei
Nach Dir Die Sinnflut
Du Hast Mich Süchtig Gemacht05:58
Endlich Ein Schlechter Mensch
Im Himmel Angekommen
Das Grosse Weinen Ist Vorbei
Wenn Ein Masterplan Keiner Ist
Da Kann Selbst Gott Nur Staunen
Mach Bitte, Dass Es Leiser Wird
Das Geräusch Des Wartens06:56

Video

SANKT OTTEN : Da kann selbst Gott nur staunen (feat. COLEY DUANE DENNIS / MASERATI)
Sankt Otten - Das grosse Weinen ist vorbei (feat. Jaki Liebezeit)
SANKT OTTEN : Du hast mich süchtig gemacht (Feat. Jaki Liebezeit/Can)
SANKT OTTEN : Das Geräusch des Wartens (Feat. Jaki Liebezeit/Can)

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Catalog Numbers

  • DEN 173
  • DEN173

Labels

Denovali Records

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Formats

  • 2 × Vinyl
  • LP
  • Limited Edition
  • White
  • 10 × File
  • MP3
  • Album
  • 320 kbps
  • CD

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Denovali Records
Copyright (c)Denovali Records

Credits

RoleCredit
Composed ByChristoph Clöser (tracks: 10), Oliver Klemm, Stephan Otten

Notes

  • Limited to 150 copies.
  • Black vinyl
  • Gatefold sleeve
  • Barcode only appears on a sticker which is attached to the shrinkwrap. Releases which are sold unsealed, do not bear a barcode.

Barcodes

Barcode: 4024572618544

About Sankt Otten

Electronic/Ambient band from Osnabrück, Germany. Formed in 1998.

Members

  • Oliver Klemm
  • Carsten Sandkämper
  • Stephan Otten
  • Volker Schumacher
  • Fredy Engel

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: the album *Messias Maschine* by Sankt Otten is like a musical chameleon. It blends genres like Electronic, Rock, Krautrock, and Synth-pop into one wild ride. Released in 2013 on Denovali Records, it’s got tracks that feel both futuristic and deeply human. Fun detail—two of the tracks are actually reimagined versions of earlier songs, giving listeners a chance to hear them in a fresh light. The album was crafted by Oliver Klemm, Stephan Otten, and Christoph Clöser (who composed one track). With titles like *Das Geräusch Des Wartens* ("The Sound of Waiting") and *Du Hast Mich Süchtig Gemacht* ("You’ve Made Me Addicted"), it’s moody, abstract, and totally immersive. A hidden gem for sure!

Comments

cm9301599
2025-03-14
Amazing is right
tiwlymana2409
2025-03-14
RIP JAKI
netoarojas
2025-03-13
Amazing.
flavioregis
2025-03-12
love it!!
gypsypilott
2025-03-12
rip jaki
rochilasnier
2025-03-11
I get tears from this. so well done
potatotrash0
2025-03-10
Such a nice track
mnaufal529
2025-03-09
So beautiful!!! <3
iracajun
2025-03-08
Wonderful and ecleptic, powerfull and energetic theme! i love this melody...
meganhoward91096
2025-03-08
Is there something in the German psyche/DNA that makes them so good with synthesizers?

Regardless, this is quite lovely.
myblogcassy
2025-03-07
Kraftwork meets Front 242 and hangs out in Brian Eno's living room... 
I LOVE THIS!