Söhne Mannheims - Noiz

Review by The Càirn Globél

Album Review: Noiz by Söhne Mannheims (2004) Söhne Mannheims’ Noiz is a genre-blurring masterpiece that dropped in 2004, blending Hip Hop, Pop/Rock, Funk/Soul, and Alternative/Indie Rock into an experience that still feels fresh. Hailing from Germany, the group—led by Xavier Naidoo—crafted an album that’s as ambitious as it is heartfelt. With credits spanning multiple producers, arrangers, and even orchestras like Filmorchester Babelsberg, this record doesn’t just experiment; it dares you to keep up. One standout track is “Von Anfang An Dabei”. This song hits hard with its layered vocals and socially conscious lyrics. It’s not just music—it’s storytelling. The rap verses from Marlon B. and Metaphysics add grit, while the orchestration gives it a cinematic vibe. You can tell Stefan Klieme’s orchestrations and Michael Herberger’s arrangements had a field day here. What makes this track unforgettable? Its ability to tackle heavy themes without losing its groove. Whether it’s about unity or understanding, it sticks with you long after the last note fades. Another gem is “Und Wenn Ein Lied”, which leans more into Adult Alternative Pop/Rock territory. Claus Eisenmann’s vocals are hauntingly beautiful, paired perfectly with soft piano chords and subtle beats. There’s something raw about how simple yet powerful it feels. When Tino Oac joins in on vocals, the harmony elevates the whole mood. It’s one of those songs where you stop whatever you’re doing mid-listen because it demands your full attention. The production quality across Noiz deserves props too. Hats off to Markus Born and Michael Schwabe for mixing and mastering respectively—they’ve balanced everything so well that no element drowns out another. From Ralf Gustke’s tight drumming to Kosho’s guitar riffs, every detail shines through. What really sets Noiz apart is its unpredictability. One moment you’re vibing to funky basslines courtesy of Robbee Mariano, the next you’re swept away by human beatboxing from none other than Xavier Naidoo himself. And let’s not forget Billy Davis’ scratches adding texture to tracks like “Babylon System.” These little touches make the album feel alive. Reflecting on Noiz, it’s clear why fans still talk about it nearly two decades later. It’s messy in all the right ways—genre lines blur, emotions run high, and the sheer amount of talent packed into each track is staggering. But honestly? What stays with me most isn’t any particular lyric or melody. It’s the sense that Söhne Mannheims weren’t trying to fit into anyone’s box. They made what they wanted, however they wanted—and somehow pulled it off flawlessly. So if you haven’t heard Noiz yet, do yourself a favor. Put it on, crank up the volume, and prepare to be surprised. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Und Wenn Ein Lied” at random moments for weeks afterward.

Artist: Söhne Mannheims
Album: Noiz

Germany

2004

Rating: 3.48

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Ich Geh mit Dir	05:01
Und wenn ein Lied (Album Edit)	4:27
Wenn Du Schläfst	04:35
Dein Leben	5:40
Can You Feel It?	5:26
König der Könige	4:18
Im Interesse unserer Gemeinschaft	4:34
Und Wenn Ein Lied	4:25
Zurück Zu Dir	5:7
Wenn Du Schläfst	4:35
Zurück zu Dir	05:07
Und Wenn ein Lied	04:27
Von Anfang An Dabei (Lied Eines Palestinensers/Israelis)	5:28
Babylon System	6:26
Zionoizion	5:46
König Der Könige	4:17
Can U Feel It?
Vater Unser	1:30
Ich Geh Mit Dir	5:1
Von Anfang an dabei	5:26
Von Anfang An Dabei (Lied Eines Palästinensers/Israelis)	5:28
Vielleicht	3:55
Von Anfang an Dabei	05:26
Traurige Lieder	6:49
Von Anfang An Dabei
Zion	5:47
Im Interesse Unserer Gemeinschaft	4:33
König der Könige	04:18

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Catalog Numbers

939 502-2
14451

Labels

Söhne Mannheims, Universal
Söhne Mannheims, Tonpool
Söhne Mannheims

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Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Xavier Naidoo GmbH „Söhne Mannheims“
Copyright (c)	Xavier Naidoo GmbH „Söhne Mannheims“
Glass Mastered At	Sonopress Arvato
Pressed By	Sonopress Arvato
Record Company	Universal Music
Made By	Sonopress

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Michael Herberger (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12)
Artwork	Elke Raubenheimer, www.rundum-design.de
Bass	Robbee Mariano (tracks: 2 to 12)
Conductor	Florian Sitzmann (tracks: 2, 10), Stefan Klieme (tracks: 1, 3 to 9, 12)
Drums	Bernd Herrmann (tracks: 4, 5, 11), Ralf Gustke (tracks: 3 to 7, 10 to 12)
Edited By	Yvonne Betz (tracks: 7, 12, 13)
Engineer	Chris Oz (tracks: 1, 8, 11, 12)
Executive-Producer	Michael Herberger
Guitar	Andreas Bayless (tracks: 3, 4, 6, 8, 10 to 12), Kosho (tracks: 2 to 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 to 12)
Human Beatbox	Xavier Naidoo (tracks: 2, 8, 9, 12, 13)
Keyboards	Florian Sitzmann (tracks: 3 to 6, 10, 11), Michael Herberger (tracks: 2 to 6, 10, 11)
Mastered By	Michael Schwabe
Mixed By	Markus Born (tracks: 2 to 4, 6 to 8, 10 to 12, 14), Winnie Leyh (tracks: 1, 5, 9, 13)
Orchestra	Filmorchester Babelsberg (tracks: 1, 3 to 9, 12), German Pops Orchestra (tracks: 2, 10)
Orchestrated By	Stefan Klieme (tracks: 1 to 10, 12)
Producer	Markus Born, Michael Herberger, Xavier Naidoo
Programmed By	Michael Herberger (tracks: 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13), Xavier Naidoo (tracks: 1, 2, 5, 8, 12, 13)
Rap	Marlon B. (tracks: 3, 4, 7, 9, 10), Metaphysics (tracks: 3, 4, 6 to 8, 12)
Recorded By	Markus Born (tracks: 1 to 10, 12), Michael Herberger (tracks: 1, 3 to 9, 12), Michael Schubert (tracks: 1, 3 to 9, 12)
Scratches	Billy Davis (tracks: 3, 4, 7, 10)
Vocals	Claus Eisenmann (tracks: 2 to 5, 7, 10, 12, 13), Michael Klimas (tracks: 1 to 7, 10 to 12), Tino Oac (tracks: 2 to 6, 8 to 12), Xavier Naidoo

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Barcode (Printed): 4 019593 950223
Barcode (Scanned): 4019593950223
Label Code: LC 10975
Rights Society: GEMA
Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): [Sonopress Arvato Logo] 51163703/939502-2 23
Mastering SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI LB 46
Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 0735
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Mastering SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI LB 46
Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 0763
Barcode: 4 049266 144512
Label Code: LC 10957
Matrix / Runout: [sonopress arvato] 51163703/939502-2 23
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LB 46
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0757
Barcode (Strings): 4019593950223
Matrix / Runout: 51128663/PROMONOIZ 21
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0756

About Söhne Mannheims

Söhne Mannheims (Sons of Mannheim) is an ensemble founded 1995 in Mannheim, Germany by and others.

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Members

Xavier Naidoo
Michael Herberger
Tino Oac
Billy Davis
Ralf Gustke
Robbee Mariano
Florian Sitzmann
Henning Wehland
Rolf Stahlhofen
Herbert Schwamborn
Michael Klimas
Andreas Bayless
Bernd Herrmann
Claus Eisenmann
Michael Koschorreck
Jonny König
Dominic Sanz
Marlon Hanief Correl

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Noiz* by Söhne Mannheims is a musical melting pot? Released in 2004 in Germany, it blends genres like Hip Hop, Pop/Rock, Funk/Soul, and even Alternative/Indie Rock. What’s fascinating is how the album brought together a massive team of talented artists. For example, Xavier Naidoo not only contributed vocals but also added human beatboxing to several tracks. And here’s the kicker—five different orchestras or conductors were involved, including the Filmorchester Babelsberg. It’s like they took a little bit of everything great about music and crammed it into one album. Crazy, right?