Leidkultur by Ranzer
With their new full-length album "Leidkultur", set to be released on February 14 via Kein Pardon Records, Ranzer has captured the raw energy of their live performances in a recorded format. Recorded in early 2024 over three cold and challenging days in their Kassel rehearsal room, the album was produced by their friend and sound technician Tommi G. The process was entirely live, with no triggers or click tracks as the band worked through repeated takes to find the right energy for each track. Ben Jones, who has worked with Meth Leppard, handled the mix and mastering, keeping the raw and unpolished spirit of the sessions intact.
The album artwork, created by Thomas "Necromaniac" Westphal, reflects the chaotic and intense feel of the music, inspired directly by the tracks and lyrics. "Leidkultur" features a mix of live-tested tracks and new material, offering a blend of Punk and Metal that feels honest and unfiltered. Fans of Hellhammer, Sodom, and Wolfbrigade may find something to connect with in Ranzer’s sound, which stays true to their DIY roots.
Tracklist
| 1. | Ekelhafd | 2:46 |
| 2. | Schönwetterfreund | 4:09 |
| 3. | Halsmaul | 2:13 |
| 4. | Frequenzverdichter | 3:41 |
| 5. | Staudamm | 3:27 |
| 6. | Stress | 4:04 |
| 7. | D.G.F.D. | 2:09 |
| 8. | Schädelfraktur | 3:05 |
| 9. | Demut und Gehorsam | 2:58 |
| 10. | Schlinge und Spaten | 2:05 |
Credits
Drums: Vale
Bass: Knödgen
Guitar: Dürch
Guitar: Peter
Vocals: Kurti
License
All rights reserved.
Founded in the summer of 21 in Kassel!
Rooted in old thrash and heavy metal, Ranzer drill the rusty framework with stoic crust punk and occupy a genre in which Audio Kollaps or Rawside were already at home. Peppered with Wolfbrigade-branded Swedish guitar leads, the listener can expect a fierce balancing act of merciless banging, D-beats and epic melodic material.
Get ready - It's time for RANZER!