The Seven Song Itch - Neue Deutsche Harte

WARNING…WARNING…WARNING…THESE SONGS ARE NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART.  THIS MUSIC SHOULD BE TAKEN AS ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AND NOT FOR ANTHEMS TO PROMOTE HATE OR VIOLENCE—EVEN IF SOME OF THE LYRICS, AND TONE, SEEM TO HAVE THAT FEEL. MOSTLY, THERE’S IRONY IN THE LYRICS, WHICH SOME JUST DON’T UNDERSTAND.

I posted something on-line on how to come up with a band name (Color of your pants and what you’ve previously eaten) and a friend from high-school, who now lives in Germany, mentioned that her band name would be No French Fires, or in German, Nicht Frittes.  What kind of band would tour without French Fries?  Maybe if Doppelweck (a type of German Bread) and Hackfleisch mit Senf (Hamburger with Mustard) were a part of the package, then there would be French Fries for all to enjoy.  Now, what would they sound like?  My friend’s vision for the band is, “Industrial mixed with Dubstep and an undertone of downtempo. Similar to James Maynard and Puscifer.”  To me, it sounded like a band that would be on tour with Rammstein. With this band in mind, I discovered a new genre (well, new to me anyway) Neue Deutsche Härte.  I’ve included a list of bands at the end of this blog, but this is in no way a complete list.  It includes some of the originators and innovators of the sound, with a couple that don’t emanate from Deutschland or sing in its native tongue.  So put your Jackboots on and head for the mosh-pit, cause these songs are not for wallflowers—Achtung!

Here is a playlist of these bands and other’s Neue Deutsche Harte

1. Die Krupps – Fatherland (1993)

The origin’s of Neue Deutsche Härte can be traced to this group, as well as Nitzer Ebb, and developed out of the Industrial sound that came out in the nineties.  The band is actively anti-Nazi and may have chosen this name to highlight the role of the Krupps in arming the Nazis during World War II.  This is a pinnacle song in considering the consequences of your actions.  The vocalist has a sound that reminds me of Ian Astbury from the Cult, with Metallica Tendencies.

2. Rammstein - Du hast (1996)

The first time I heard this song, I thought that I was listening to a remix of Ministry’s “Just One Fix” because the guitar riff is very similar.  Also, I thought the song’s title, in English, was ‘you hate me,’ but what they are really saying is ‘you have me.’  This band is one of the innovators of the Neue Deutsche Härte sound and to fully appreciate this band, you have to have a sense of humor and be familiar with East German culture—with a little melodrama thrown into the grinder.

3. Emigrate – My World (2007)

When Rammstein decided to take a break in 2007, this was a side project that lead guitarist Richard Zven Kruspe developed.  His sound has a more driving rhythm with a little of thrash metal beaten into the mix. Though technically not a part of the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, it shows a progression of the genre. Upon the reformation of Rammstein, he dissolved Emigrate to focus on his core band, but that does not mean that this side project is gone forever.  There are defiantly Industrial tendencies present in this song and maybe a nod to the group the Butthole Surfers.

4. Oomph! – Labyrinth (2008)

Oomph! is considered to be the original Neue Deutsche Härte musical group and is a direct influence on Rammstein. In the 22-year history of the band, there have been no line-up changes—an anomaly with most bands. This is one of my favorite songs on this list—it has a rip-roaring feel that is relentless in its edgy depiction of being trapped.  They do have English versions of their songs, but the punch is lost in the translation.

5. Omega Lithium - Stigmata (2009)

You didn’t think that all of these band were going to be male fronted—did you?  Well here comes Omega Lithium.  Technically they are from Croatia, and sing in English, but are considered to be a part of Neue Deutsche Härte.  The cool crisp vocals are there, but now there’s beauty in this beastly sound.  They have a gothic sound like Lacuna Coil and Evanescence, but have a style all their own.  They hold the record for the most Youtube views for a debut song in this genre.

6. Megaherz – Jagdzeit (2011)

Formed in 1993, this band attained success with their original Lead singer Alexander "Alexx" Wesselsky, but in 2003 he left the band citing creative differences.  Matthias "Jablonski" Elsholz stepped in for a few years, but left the band in 2005 wanting to devote more time to his family.   Finally In 2007, Lex Wohnhaas, from the band Seelenbrand, was announced as the new singer, and catapulted the band’s sound toward a more stylized Industrial Metal direction, but still manages to still keep a bounce to the group.

7. Eisbrecher – Verrückt (2012)

Alexander "Alexx" Wesselsky left Megaherz in 2003 and formed the group Eisbrecher with another former member, Noel Pix. There is a nice female presence in this song, which gives it a nice contrast in the mist of brutal guitars and beastly vocals.  Maybe some more lady vocalists (Mina Harker and Omega Lithium) will start to bring the news of Neue Deutsche Härte? 

List of Bands Source: Neue Deutsche Härte

ASP, Dementi, die!, Die Allergie, Die Apokalyptischen Reiter, Die Krupps, Eisbrecher, Emigrate, Fleischmann, Hämatom, In Extremo, Janus, Leichenwetter, Mina Harker, Maerzfeld, Megaherz, Metallspürhunde, Nachtmahr, Omega Lithium, Oomph!, Persefone, Project Silence, Rammstein, Riefenstahl, Rinderwahnsinn, Samsas Traum, Schwarzer Engel, Schweisser, Seelenzorn, Siechtum, Silber, Stahlhammer, Stahlmann, Staubkind, Straftanz, Stendal Blast, Tanzwut, Teufelskreis, Treibhaus, Übermutter, Umbra et Imago, Unheilig, Weissglut, Weisses Blut, Weto.

The Seven Song Itch - Bruce Hornsby Piano

One night, not too long ago, I was listening to an album track “Without A Sound,” from the group SheDaisy. I marveled at its simplicity and sensed a familiarity in the piano accompaniment. The sound of that song reminded me of “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” by Bonnie Raitt. Though I do not know who played the piano on the SheDaisy song, I can attest that one of my favorite musicians played on the Raitt track—Bruce Hornsby. He has worked with a myriad of artists, which includes: Stevie Nicks, Don Henley, Cowboy Junkies, Bela Fleck, and even the Grateful Dead. Bruce is consistent in his piano work, but brings something new to each composition. Even though he may not be directly credited with a song, here is a list of seven songs that showcase his sound.

1. SheDaisy–“Without A Sound” (2004)

Sometimes you don’t need a full band of musicians to make a song great. Someone once told me that Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones) became a great guitarist because he knows how to “play the pauses.” The simple piano in this song conveys an emotional Niagara Falls of sadness in its quiet melody. It also has a sound like Amy Grant’s “If These Walls Could Speak,” but that’s another set of songs.

2. Bonnie Raitt–“I Can’t Make You Love Me” (1991)

Although Bruce Hornsby provided fills and interpolations on this song, he is not credited for writing it. His piano part on the track has become associated with this Ballad, though he did record his own version later on.

3. Cowboy Junkies–“Rock And Bird” (1990)

This spooky song has haunting lyrics of being caught between the sky and the ground. Bruce gives the foundation to Margo Timmins’s ethereal voice in what I feel is an under appreciated song. This track was on The Caution Horses record, but was overshadowed by the previous successful release, so I don’t believe it was given popper consideration. I still grapple with the song’s meaning, but revel in the vocal and musical dichotomy and find it brilliant.

4. Don Henley–“End Of The Innocence” (1989)

This one Bruce gets a writing credit in a wonderfully introspective composition that appears on Don’s third solo album named for the song. Nostalgia saturates this pensive selection about entering into middle age.  The song is more than a flashback of someone’s recollections; it also has political sub tones that aren’t just banged out on the keyboard.

5. Stevie Nicks & Bruce Hornsby–“Two Kinds Of Love” (1989)

Stevie’s Fleetwood Mac roots can still be heard—stemming from her duets with Lindsey Buckingham.  In her solo work, she had hit duets with Tom Petty (Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around) and Don Henley (Leather and Lace), but in this instance it is Bruce Hornsby.  The song appears on Stevie’s Other Side of the Mirror record, but the single failed to chart.  I think it is another haunting melody with a good collaboration between these two great artists.  It also includes some sax work from Kenny G.

6. Bruce Hornsby & Bela Fleck–“Tangled Up In Blue”

Though Bob Dylan is the author of this one, Bela and Bruce gave their spin on this record. This is around the time that Bruce started to expand from just pop hits into a more improvisational jazz artist. You really can see the evolution in his playing on this classic record.

7. Bruce Hornsby and the Range–“Mandolin Rain” (1986)

This is a classic Hornsby tune. It is, in my opinion, the benchmark of Bruce’s sound. Several years after this song, he broke up the band and started composing and playing more elaborate pieces. He continues to delight listeners by sprinkling his magic on a select few projects.

The Seven Song Itch - My Grammy Moments

Previously know as the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (N.A.R.A.S., or the Academy), the Grammys is a one of the oldest and most established awards ceremony, but who are the members of the Academy anyway?  The Academy is comprised of vocalists, conductors, songwriters, composers, engineers, producers, instrumentalists, arrangers, art directors, album notes writers, narrators, and music video artists and technicians.  Record companies do not vote, so it’s the individuals, and not the labels, that give the recognition.

Unlike other award shows, the Grammys commits to several initiatives.  With programs like the GRAMMYs on the Hill, GRAMMY U, MusiCares, and GRAMMY in the Schools, the Academy gives back and supports great music in many genres.  There are currently 29 fields (Pop, Gospel, Classical, etc.) and 78 categories within those fields.

I’ve been asked, on many occasions, what is the difference between Record of the Year, and Song of the Year.  According to the Grammys web page, in the FAQ section (http://www.grammy.org/grammy-awards/voting/faqs), the “The Record Of The Year category recognizes the artist’s performance as well as the overall contributions of the producer(s), recording engineer(s) and/or mixer(s) if other than the artist. The Song Of The Year category recognizes the songwriter(s).”

As a writer, I am more sympathetic to the Song of the Year category, although I acknowledge that the whole process of producing a record is crucial to the success of a song.  Now, more than ever, in this age of name recognition of producers, recording studios, and engineers, a lot of the great music that we hear would not be possible if it weren’t for them.

With this Seven Song Itch, I am looking back at the last six Song of the Year awards with my current prediction for this year’s award.  Here are the live versions from previous broadcasts and other live performances. 

1. U2-"Sometimes You Can't Make It on Your Own", Songwriters: Lyrics by Bono, Music by U2—48^th Grammy Awards

2. Dixie Chicks-"Not Ready to Make Nice", Songwriters: Martie Maguire, Natalie Maines, Emily Robison & Dan Wilson—49^th Grammy Awards

3. Amy Winehouse "Rehab", Songwriter: Amy Winehouse—50^th Grammy Awards

4. Coldplay-"Viva la Vida", Songwriters: Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion & Chris Martin—51^st Grammy Awards

5. Beyoncé -"Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)", Songwriters: Thaddis Harrell, Beyoncé Knowles, Terius Nash & Christopher Stewart—52^nd Grammy Awards

6. Lady Antebellum-"Need You Now", Songwriters: Dave Haywood, Josh Kear, Charles Kelley & Hillary Scott– 53^rd Grammy Awards

7. Adele-"Rolling in the Deep", Songwriters: Adele & Paul Epworth – 54^th Grammy Awards (my prediction)

The Seven Song Itch - New Jack Swing

This genre evolved out of Old School Rap in the eighties, which transitioned into the nineties. New Jack Swing reigned supreme from 1986-1994 with over 160 artists that slid into this category.  Beginning with Club Nouveau’s “Lean On Me” (1987) to Madonna’s “Erotica.”(1992), there are way too many artists to cover the music with just seven songs. Even narrowing it down to one particular year (1991) was difficult, but this selection of songs have an upbeat and playful tone that I like to remember.  This was the heyday of these artists as they bring the sound of Motown, Atlantic, and Philly Soul to the mix—with a little Hip Hop shaken in for good measure.  For some of these artists, this style was an aspect of their career, for others, it was their entire career.  After this wave of music, there was a backlash, and the age of Gangsta Rap started to make its presence known, but that’s another playlist.

If you want to go directly to the YouTube Link of the video playlist click the link below.

NEWJACK SWING

1. Luther Vandross-“Power of Love/Love Power”(1991)

I've always been a Luther fan, but in the nineties, he was at the top of his game.  To me, he was known as the man of Love, because it was in most of his hit songs.  The music world lost this great voice in 2005, but his legacy lives on in the hearts of us all.

2. Shanice-“I Love Your Smile”(1991)

Babyface, among his other projects, produced this young ingénue.  The playful element of the song even has Babyface laughing at the end of the track.  Shanice bounced around with a couple of hits in the nineties, but then disappeared.  Rumor has it that she will be back with an album soon. 

3. TLC-“Baby Baby Baby”(1991)

This is another Babyface project that has a chilled out groove.  At the time, this was TLC's biggest hit, but they would go on to record the smash, "Waterfalls" just a few years later.  They were billed by Entertainment Weekly as "the perfect pop group" during this era.

4. Lisa Stansfield-“Change” (1991)

Lisa came to the party with her classic debut, "All Around The World" some years before, but with her album Real Love, which this track is taken from, she really hits her stride in having a soulful song that makes you wanna dance around. I Gotta have my English soul sister in this mix.

5. DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince-“Summertime”(1991)

The song's music is a replay of "Summer Madness", a popular hit released by Kool & the Gang in 1974. In 1990 however, Will Smith (The Fresh Prince), was on the verge of bankruptcy, but then an oppertunity to have his own show, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air on NBC, pulled him back into the spotlight. During this time, he rebooted his musical career, and then parlayed that success into movie roles. Not bad from a prince that thinks his, "Parents Just Don't Understand." (1989)

6. Boyz II Men-"Motownphilly"(1991)

Back in the Eighties, New Edition was the flavor of the decade and spawned many solo/group projects--one of them was Bell Biv DeVoe.  They, in turn, discovered a few more groups, which included Another Bad Creation and well as the seminal band Boyz II Men.  They incorporated several styles, including New Jack Swing, as well as being respectful to their Motown and Philly Soul roots.

7. Prince–“Cream”(1991)

This was just after the dissolution of his previous back up band The Revolution and the creation of The New Power Generation. Later on he would go on to change his name to the unpronounceable symbol, but for now, he rises to the top again with this sassy track.

Just for kicks, here is a partial list (In Alphabetical order) of groups that have the New Jack Swing sound (Source Wikipedia)

1-900, 7669, Aaliyah, Aaron Hall, After 7, Al B. Sure!, Alexander O'Neal, Alyson Williams, Another Bad Creation, B Angie B, B.Brown Posse, Babyface, Basic Black, Bell Biv Devoe, Bingoboys, Blackgirl, BLACKstreet, Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men, Brandy, Brian McKnight, CeCe Peniston, Chante Moore, Charlie Wilson, Chris Bender, Christopher Williams, Chuckii Booker, Color Me Badd, Coming of Age, D.R.S., Damian Dame, David Peaston, Don Newkirk, Donna Summer, Earth, Wind & Fire, En Vogue, Entouch, Eric Gable, Father MC, Foster & McElroy, Full Force, General Kane, Georgio, Good 2 Go, Guy, Guys Next Door, Heavy D & The Boyz, Hi-Five, H-Town, II D Extreme, Immature, Intro, Jade, James Ingram, Jamie Foxx, Janet Jackson, Jasmine Guy, Jeff Redd, Jeremy Jordan, Jodeci, Jody Watley, Joe, Joe Public, Joey Lawrence, Johnny Gill, Johnny Kemp, Karyn White, Keisha Jackson, Keith Sweat, Kid n Play, Kool Moe Dee, Kris Kross, Kulcha, Kwame, LeVert, Lisa Stansfield, Little Shawn, LL Cool J, Lo-Key, Luther Vandross, Maestro Fresh Wes, Marc Nelson, Mary J. Blige, MC Brains, MC Hammer, MC Lyte, MC Trouble, Me-2-U, Men At Large, Michael Cooper, Michael Jackson, Michel'le, Mint Condition, MN8, Monica, Montell Jordan, New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Nice & Smooth, Nona Gaye, P.O.V., Paula Abdul, Paulina Rubio, Pebbles, Perfect Gentlemen, Portrait, Pretty In Pink, Prince & The New Power Generation, Quincy Jones, R. Kelly, Ralph Tresvant, Ready for the World, Redhead Kingpin and the F.B.I., Remedy, Riff, Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, Salt 'N' Pepa, Samuelle, Seo Taiji, Shai, Shanice, Silk, Simple Pleasure, Small Change, Snap!, Soul for Real, Soul II Soul, Sounds of Blackness, Special Generation, Stephanie Mills, Steven Randall Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Subway, SWV, Tara Kemp, Terri & Monica, Tevin Campbell, The Boys, The Gap Band, The Good Girls, The Honeys, The Mac Band, The Party, The Rude Boys, The U-Krew, Tim Owens, Tisha Campbell, TLC, Today, Tony Terry, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Tracie Spencer, Trey Lorenz, Troop, Tyler Collins, U.N.V., Usher Raymond, Vanessa Williams, Voices, Wooten Brothers, Wreckx-N-Effect, Zhané.

The Seven Song Itch - Soul Sister Revival

Soul is in the ear of the beholder, or rather—in the voice of the singer.  As a child of the 70’s, I grew up hearing my fair share of soul stirring songs, so I take delight in these vocalists.  Now, I’m not a stickler for the past, on the contrary, my taste has a rather international flavor and with each new song I consider myself lucky to sample such a diverse selection.  In all honesty, I could rattle off Soul Icons all day, but I wanted to get a different point of view.  And yes, I've missed a myriad of singers, but this is just a sampler. Theses seven songs represent a partial British Invasion, with a couple of country gals thrown in the mix, of a Soul Sister Revival.

1. Joss Stone-“Drive All Night” (2011)

This lady is too young to be singing like this. Miss Stone is compared to many soul masters, but cuts her own piece of the chess pie with this song. Sometimes we all feel like a fool for love, but you complete me Joss—I would drive all night for you.  Footnote: In one of her live videos for this song, she shares a story of a lad that flew all the way from L.A. to pick her up from her flat and drive her to an appointment outside of London that she had the next morning.

2. Adele-“Someone Like You”(2011)

The mourning of a relationship can reduce you ruble. The exquisite sentiment conveyed in this ballad shows that some wounds will never heal. It isn’t easy seeing someone you love with someone new, but in order to heal you have to realize when it’s time to move on.

3. Duffy-“Warwick Avenue”(2008)

This cathartic tearjerker puts you in right smack dab the middle of a final breakup. I find that by the time she finishes the song, a good cry is on the way, as it was for Duffy in the video. Final words need to be said, and the sadness comes in the realization that a relationship is never going to work.

4. Amy Winehouse with Tony Bennett-“Body and Soul”(2011)

Though Amy’s musical roots are firmly planted in the girl groups of the 60’s, she eases in to the balladeer frontier with this soulful duet with masterful crooner Tony Bennett. It is her swan song as she passes into eternity. Amy is standing in front of us—begging to be loved.

5. Sheryl Crow-“Sign Your Name”(2010)

This cover version of Terence Trent D'Arby’s song from his first album (1987) works very well with Crows breathy vocal candor. It has a vintage Memphis-styled, soul-inspired feel, which finds Sheryl slipping her way into your heart, which makes you wannna stand up and shout, “Have Mercy!”

6. Martina McBride-“Whatcha Gonna Do”(2011)

Even cowgirls get the blues, and Martina is working it out for herself with this song. She’s giving him one last chance to do right, but knows deep within her heart that it’s over. She’s walking out the door, in an awful amount of hurt and frustration.

7. Dionne Bromfield – “Good For The Soul”

Dionne is part of the new British invasion and I look forward to hearing more from this soulful singer.  She signed to Amy Winehouse's Lioness Records label in 2009, and has two releases under her belt.  Dionne’s sound is reminiscent of Atlantic/Philly Soul singers, though she was born way beyond its heyday.  It’s great to see a great genre of music come into the new millennium with new breath.

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The Seven Song Itch - Maidens of Mayhem

January 2012

I never really get enough time to listen to new music when it comes out, so I spend a lot of time searching YouTube and Sirius Satellite Radio to find artists that are similar to what I’m listening to at a point in time.  I discover great songs, and artists, sometimes a few years after they have made their presence known to the world.  It’s a shame that these artists do not have extensive marketing plans from their record companies.  Whether it’s international limits or just that the musical roster at the label is brimming with a myriad of other artists that some of these groups go under-noticed.  For the fans of these bands, there’s no need to re-introduce them, but for the rest of us who just can’t keep up, I offer this sampling of songs in a series I call “The Seven Song Itch.”  This is not meant to be the end-all be-all of a specific genre or even to showcase an artist’s catalog.  These are songs that I feel can stand the test of time and not become like milk—having a limited shelf life.  Maybe you know them, maybe not, but for what it’s worth these artists are out there just killin’ it, and it’s time you were made aware of their prowess. 

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Warning:  Most of this material is not for everyone, especially not the faint of heart.  You've been warned.

1. Gin Wigmore – “Oh My” 

I was introduced to this artist through a Lowe’s commercial several months ago with her song, “Don’t Stop.”  I liked the plucky nature of the music and the upfront lyrics.  She is a showman and has a wonderful career in Australia, but has had limited exposure to the US.  This video from YouTube is a fan’s interpretation of the song though the images of the Movie, “Sucker Punch.”  It proves to be very entertaining.

2. Imelda May – “Psycho”

I was searching for some psycho-billy songs the other day, stemming from my love of the group Social Distortion, and came across this wonderful Irish chanteuse and her ability to bring rockabilly songs into the new Millennium.  The song is a freaky exploration of madness, but with the charm of a 50’s bop that just squeals.  There is great guitar work and vocal acrobatics. 

3. The Creepshow – “The Garden”

Looking for a chilled out late night song around Halloween, I discovered this lovely morbid tale of the dead from this group.  This sultry songstress caress your ear with her breathy eulogy that calms you in the midst of a grave yard.  Its melodic macabre sound really puts the last nail in the coffin of lost love. 

4. Porcelain Black – “Who’s Next”

Believe it or not, this is a Lil’ Wayne protégé.  She has all of the monster rock rhythm of Marilyn Manson, and the cuteness of Britney Spears.  I hate to compare her to anyone else out there, but if you just listen to this track, you will find your own love of this artist, if you love the previous one’s mentioned.  I want to meet this gal, but am afraid of what she’ll do to me.

5. Dirty Harry – “Frayed At The Edges”

I was watching a BBC reality show where they teach a non-rocker how to rock out, and Dirty Harry was the vocal coach for a gal from Cambridge.  After the show aired, this blonde minx relocated to L.A. and started to rock up the scene. This was one of her first contributions–a good start I think.

6. Alexx Calise – “Out Of Sight”

Alexx, a fellow Cancerian, found her way into my inbox when I was reading press releases a few years ago.  She has a wide sound and a good soul.  She rips her heart open for catharsis but is gentle on your ear.  Young and inspired, she will be around for some time.

7. The Fabulous Miss Wendy – “Crazy Fucked Up Bitch”

[Video Not Age Appropriate, but I'm sure you can find it]

I met this great guitarist when she opened up for a Nashville Pussy show a few years back.  She is what Prince would term—Fitly Cute.  She plays up her little girl lost aspect while rocking out.  She has been around the block a few times, with some rock Gods, so she’s experienced.

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