Ranzer to drop debut album

German metal-punk force Ranzer is ready to release their new album, Leidkultur, on February 14th via Kein Pardon Records. The ten-track record captures the raw energy of their live...
Ranzer

German metal-punk force Ranzer is ready to release their new album, Leidkultur, on February 14th via Kein Pardon Records. The ten-track record captures the raw energy of their live performances, blending old-school heavy and thrash metal with melodic crust punk and D-beat.

About the band

Ranzer’s journey in the heavy metal underground has been all about steady growth and determination. Formed in 2021, they first made their mark with the demo Demophobie in 2023, which sold out in no time. The overwhelming response led to a vinyl repress as a split with Celebrate Hate.

Since then, Ranzer has been making noise on stage, playing at festivals and sharing bills with bands like Eyehategod, Suffocation, Master, and Rawside. Their mix of old-school heavy and thrash metal with melodic crust punk and D-beat, combined with antifascist lyrics, has been earning them a growing reputation.

About the new album

With their new full-length album Leidkultur, out on February 14th through their own label, Kein Pardon Records, Ranzer has transformed the raw energy of their live performances into a recorded format. The album was captured over three cold and challenging days in early 2024 in their Kassel rehearsal room, with their friend and sound technician Tommi G. leading the production. Recorded entirely live, with no triggers, click tracks, or overdubs, the band focused on repeated takes to capture the perfect energy for each track. Ben Jones, known for his work with Meth Leppard, handled the mix and mastering, ensuring the raw and unpolished essence of the sessions remains intact.

The album artwork, created by Thomas “Necromaniac” Westphal, reflects the chaotic and intense feel of the music, inspired directly by the tracks and lyrics. Leidkultur features a mix of live-tested tracks and new material, offering a blend of punk and metal that feels honest and unfiltered. Fans of Hellhammer, Sodom, and Wolfbrigade may find something to connect with in Ranzer’s sound, which stays true to their DIY roots.

Tracklist:

1. Ekelhafd
2. Schönwetterfreund
3. Halsmaul
4. Frequenzverdichter
5. Staudamm
6. Stress
7. D.G.F.D.
8. Schädelfraktur
9. Demut und Gehorsam
10. Schlinge und Spaten

Lineup:

Dürch – Guitar
Peter – Guitar
Kurti – Vocals
Knödgen – Bass
Vale – Drums

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