BlutEngel - Erlösung - The Victory Of Light

German Gothic duo Blutengel, comprised of vocalists Chris Pohl and Ulrike Goldmann, have had quite a busy 2021. Not only did they release a collection of ‘80s covers but now they have also launched their latest studio album, Erlösung – The Victory Of Light. This 14-track collection is filled with exactly what fans have come to expect from the vampiric duo, namely hypnotic English and German lyrics that speak of trusting one’s self over the trappings of traditional religion, sexy club tracks, and mournful ballads. Standouts from this new album have to include “Deine Dämonen” which translates to “Your Demons”, a deeply emotive yet pained ballad showcasing Pohl’s rich voice. Equally, another beautifully thematic ballad is “Hand In Hand”. Simply put, it’s just stunning. The title track “The Victory of Light”, and the album’s first single, features both German and English lyrics. Goldmann takes lead on the track “Wie Sand”, a catchy and danceable track that perfectly showcases Goldmann’s vocal prowess. “Darkness Awaits Us” is a well-honed duet for both Pohl and Goldmann, as usually Blutengel songs tend to focus on one vocalist. The haunting and digitally-driven music video for the track is a great companion. Erlösung – The Victory Of Light, is a must have for Blutengel fans or anyone fond of dark electronic dance tracks. In physical form, this release is a double disc for nearly two hours of listening joy.

 

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A new era is about to dawn for Blutengel with "Erlösung - The Victory of Light". Never before did Blutengel release so many German songs on an album as this time. Allied with the artwork of Stefan Heilemann (Heilemania), Blutengel will seduce you entirely into their world. The light is followed by the darkness and the darkness by the light. An eternal cycle ignites in "Erlösung (Redemption) - The Victory of Light" and takes the listener into the realm of Blutengel. Already in the gripping first single - sung in German and English - "The Victory of Light" the light shows us the way. Electronic sound, raw, futuristic - in combination with the irresistible appeal to dance and epic rousing choruses, the album reveals a true anthem potential. By the time we can fully enjoy the album, we are called to hit "Repeat" for the single(s), which conveys the prevailing message, especially at this time. "We are the light! The light will win!" says Blutengel mastermind Chris Pohl. "The light can also be interpreted as redemption in the sense of death - you see the light into which you shall leave...” taking this into account, Chris describes the collective transition into infinity herein.... Be it as it shall be: In the end, there is the LIGHT!