das schweigen

das schweigen (English: The Silence) is a German dark wave band that blends elements of raw analoge intensity and hypnotic electronics to create a sound both atmospheric and evocative.

Drawing on influences from black metal and underground techno, das schweigen explores a space where gritty emotion meets pulsating rhythms. Jonas, former vocalist of the death/black metal band Depravation, contributes a mix of melancholic clean singing and harsh, intense tones that reflect his metal background. Thorsten, a member of the techno collective ICD-10, shapes the music with cold synthesizers and driving beats, lending it a shadowy and immersive quality.

Singing primarily in German, the band’s sound has been likened to Die Selektion and Die Tödin, with echoes of the minimalism of Nitzer Ebb and the moodiness of Boy Harsher. Pounding basslines, sharp synth textures, and steady rhythms form the backbone of their music, which brings together the spirit of ’80s darkwave and post-punk with a modern, exploratory edge.

Through their music, das schweigen touches on themes of alienation, inner struggle, and the complexities of the human condition. Their songs aim to create an introspective and cathartic experience, resonating with listeners through an interplay of melancholy and intensity.