11 January 2013

Die Kapelle "MCMLXXXVI" (1986)

MCMLXXXVI [debut]
release date: 1986
format: vinyl (SAM 13)
[album rate: 3,5 / 5] [3,46]
producer: Die Kapelle, Peter Brander
label: SAM Records - nationality: Denmark

Full-length studio album debut by Danish post-punk band Die Kapelle consisting of the two brothers Tange, vocalist and guitarist Michael and drummer Niclas, and together with bassist Martin Sellen they form this trio. The band released its ep, or mini-album debut As the Book of Autumn in 1984.
Musically, this comes close to music by The Sound and Killing Joke, but also points to a more synth rock-based style, which at times seems inspired by early Simple Minds. I purchased this album upon its release.