Lindemann stuns with fresh song and offensive video: "Angels Sing"
A Midweek Shock from Till Lindemann:
On an offbeat Wednesday, the Berlin shock rocker, Till Lindemann, dropped a new single, "Und die Engel singen." This tune came paired with a video tribute to David Lynch, marking an unusual move in the music industry where singles typically drop on Fridays.
One might wonder if this unorthodox release date was a strategic move to ensure Lindemann's fans knew the lyrics by heart for the Turku, Finland rock festival on the 13th, or a playful nod to the Rammstein classic "Engel" from 1997.
The song paints Lindemann, or his lyrical alter ego, as a tormented figure in the "realm of shadows," armed with wings, heavy as lead. This portrayal echoes the eternal struggle between light and dark, a motif weaved intricately into the song's fabric.
Familiarity with literary greats like Augustine's "Confessions" or poetic works by Hölderlin, Rilke, or Goethe's "Faust" Mephisto isn't strictly required to grasp the song's themes, but it certainly adds to the richness of the experience.
Intriguingly, the lyrical persona in "Und die Engel singen" grapples with disturbing allegories of mental and physical distress: "The soul is sick / the testicle screams." While unsettling, it falls within the realm of Lindemann's artistry—daring and audacious.
Speaking of audacity, Lindemann's new guitarist, Dani Sophia, recently took on a Britney Spears hit.
Now, the video for "Und die Engel singen," directed by Anna Grey and dedicated to David Lynch, is a rollercoaster ride of unbridled provocation. Despite Lynch's use of Rammstein soundtracks, he never helmed a video for them. This Lynch-inspired splatter horror film is a testament to the director's vision, albeit devoid of the subtleties its creator is known for.
It's a carnival of bodily fluids, brimming with grunge, grease, and revulsion. The video makes references to Lynch's classics like "The Elephant Man" and "Blue Velvet," but with far less finesse and nuance.
This provocative spectacle is punctuated by scenes of domestic violence and intense sexual content, solidifying Lindemann's reputation as an artist who leaves no taboo unchallenged. With lines like "The soul is sick, the testicle screams," he pushes the boundaries, leaving us wondering: Will Lindemann ever show us a tender, soft side?
Enrichment Insights:- The video explores themes of duality, conflict, and the internal struggle within individuals, using contrasting imagery to symbolize complex human emotions.- The video comes with references to David Lynch's iconic works like "The Elephant Man" and "Blue Velvet."- The title, "Und die Engel singen," might symbolize a moment of harmony or peace amidst chaos, with the angels singing representing a divine or transcendent aspect.- Lindemann's depiction in the heavily sexualized video brings intensity and provocation to his artistic style.
The music video for "Und die Engel singen" offers an entertainment experience filled with contrasting imagery, reflecting themes of internal struggle and human emotions. This Lynch-inspired production, despite its lack of finesse, makes references to classics like "The Elephant Man" and "Blue Velvet," showcasing duality and conflict that resonate with the song's lyrics.
