"Trinker An Die Macht" Album Description:
Dimple Minds - Trinker An Die Macht (German for Drinkers to Power) is a 1988 punk rock album by German band Dimple Minds. The album was released by No Remorse Records in Germany and by Steamhammer Records in the United Kingdom. It has been praised for its catchy melodies, energetic live performances, and humorous lyrics.
The album's music is a mix of punk rock, psychobilly, and rockabilly. The songs are fast and furious, with catchy melodies and simple lyrics. The band's live performances are also highly regarded, and they have been known to stage wild and energetic shows.
Trink An Die Macht's lyrics are humorous and often satirical. The band often pokes fun at social norms and political figures. The album's title track, for example, is a call for alcoholics to take over the world, while "Hausfrau" is a sarcastic look at the role of women in society.
Despite its humor, Trink An Die Macht also has a serious edge. The album deals with themes such as alienation, depression, and addiction. The song "Böse Buben" is a particularly bleak look at the world, while "Halb Mensch, Halb Tier" is about the struggles of the working class.
Trink An Die Macht was a critical and commercial success. It was met with rave reviews from critics, who praised its energy, humor, and songwriting. The album also sold well, and it helped to establish Dimple Minds as one of the most popular punk rock bands in Germany.
Album Cover Description:
The album cover for Dimple Minds’ Trinker an die Macht features a striking, cartoonish, and slightly grotesque illustration. The central character is a skeletal figure wearing a yellow crown labeled ‘ERWIN,’ sitting on a throne and dressed in a dark shirt adorned with a gold shovel. With an exaggeratedly large mouth, the figure has its tongue hanging out, giving it a wild and deranged look. The skeletal figure raises its arms outward, almost in celebration.
Surrounding this central character are two voluptuous, blonde women, scantily dressed, one of whom is holding a bottle with a label that suggests alcohol. Both women appear to be fawning over the skeletal figure, reinforcing a theme of excess and debauchery.
The background is dark, with hints of Gothic architecture, adding a sense of chaos and decadence. The band name, ‘Dimple Minds,’ is prominently displayed at the top in a gothic-style font, while the album title, Trinker an die Macht, meaning ‘Drinkers to Power,’ is positioned at the bottom, emphasizing a rebellious and hedonistic theme. The overall aesthetic combines humor and dark satire, reflecting the band’s irreverent attitude.
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Music Genre:
German Punk / Crossover / Hardcore Metal |
Album Production Information:
The album: "DIMPLE MINDS Trinker an die Macht" was produced by: Joerg Siemer
This album was recorded at: Aug til Oct 1988, Siemer Ton-Studios, Hamburg
Album cover design: Andre Bolzen
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Record Label & Catalognr:
No Remorse Records NRR 1004 |
Packaging:
This album "DIMPLE MINDS Durstige Manner" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos.
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Record Format:
12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country
1988 Made in Germany |
