Traumhaus - "Die Andere Seite" Review

Artist/ Band: Traumhaus
Title: Die Andere Seite
Label: Superskunk Music
Year of Release: 2008
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The Review:

Traumhaus’ second release ‘Die Andere Seite’ came from out of nowhere and was a welcomed surprised. The origin of the band is Germany and they sing in their native tongue. For a non -German speaking person, it was a slight put off. One interesting bit of trivia is that drummer, Hans Jörg Schmitz is also a multi-instrumentalist of King Of Agogik. From what one of my reviewers wrote, it would appear that Traumhaus is the more symphonic dare I say neo-progressive of the two.

‘Die Andere Seite’ contains four 10+ minute epics and three that are around the 7 minute mark. Each time I listen to the album, I’m drawn in more despite the language barrier. Traumhaus is solid modern progressive rock that would appeal to fans of Eloy or Triumvirat, to name a few. You can hear some samples on their MySpace to help you decide. This has become a welcomed addition to my CD library.

Reviewed by Ron Fuchs on June 15th, 2009

Tracks:

01. Die Andere Seite, part 1

02. Hinaus

03. Kein Zuruck

04. Die Andere Seite, part 2

05. Zwiespalt

06. Bleibe

07. Die Andere Seite, part 3