Ratzinger was the creative force behind Wumpscut, occasionally employing the help of others as guest artists. Ratzinger cites the influence of such bands as Leæther Strip as his reason for making the transfer from DJing to recording music.
The release of the song "Soylent Green", which is named after the 1973 movie and also contains audio samples from the German dubbed version, first attracted attention to Wumpscut. Since its release in 1993, it has become a frequently played song at events and clubs in the gothic and industrial subcultures and its associated splinter groups, both in Germany and the United States.
So far Ratzinger has published numerous recordings and remixes for other artists. Wumpscut is also very well known for elaborate box set releases including limited versions of a CD or LP release in a box with additional and often also limited bonus material (bonus tracks,energy drinks, posters, pins, stickers, bags, flags, etc.). Wumpscut albums are reissued regularly with variant artworks and occasionally bonus tracks. Standalone merchandise is also available such as caps, mugs, etc.
Studio Albums
* Music for a Slaughtering Tribe (1993)
* Music for a Slaughtering Tribe II (1997 - features revised track order and remix CD)
* Bunkertor 7 (1995) (released as 'Bunker Gate 7' in USA)
* Embryodead (1997)
* Boeses Junges Fleisch (1999) (released as 'Eevil Young Flesh' in USA)
* Wreath of Barbs (2001)
* Bone Peeler (2004)
* Evoke (2005)
* Cannibal Anthem (2006)
* Body Census (2007)
* Schädling (2008)
* Fuckit (2009)
* Siamese (2010)
* Schrekk & Grauss (2011)
* Women And Satan First (2012)
* Madman Szpital (2013)
* Bulwark Bazooka (2014)
* Blutspuker Tavern (2015)
* Wüterich (2016)
Compilations
* Mesner Tracks (1996)
* Born Again (1997)
* Dried Blood of Gomorrha (1997)
* Blutkind (2000)
* Liquid Soylent (2002)
* Preferential Legacy - Music For A German Tribe (2003)
* Killer Archives (2006)
* Innerfire (2017)
Singles and EPs
* Dried Blood (1994)
* Gomorra, (1994)
* Totmacher (1999) (released as 'Deadmaker' in USA)
* Ich Will Dich (1999) (released as 'I Want You' in USA)
* Deliverence (2001)
* Wreath of Barbs (2002) (initially 2 CD singles - issued in 2003 as single CD)
* Blondi (2005)
* Jesus Antichristus & Die Liebe (2006)
Demos and Limited Releases
* Defcon (1991) (self-released cassette)
* Small Chambermusicians (1992) (self-released cassette)
* Smell the Disgusting Sweet Taste of Dried Blood (1994) (limited vinyl single)
* The Oma Thule Single (1995) (limited vinyl single)
Fallen Angel
:Wumpscut: Lyrics
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Never cheating a man with a hidden face
That was long ago and god recognized
That you have to leave from this paradise
I see you're falling
Fallen angel from endless grace
The lyrics of the song "Fallen Angel" by :Wumpscut: depicts the fall from grace of an individual. The lyrics talks about a time when the person was seen as a blessing from God and never wronged anyone, but that was a long time ago. The person was once in paradise, but has now fallen from grace due to their actions. The lyrics suggest that this person is now paying the price for their transgressions and are no longer looked upon favorably.
The lyrics also emphasize the symbolism of an angel falling from grace. This is a metaphorical representation of the person losing their innocence or purity due to their actions. The line "I see you're falling" signifies the realization that the person's actions have led to their downfall and there's no way to go back to the way things were before.
Overall, the song "Fallen Angel" describes a story of someone who has made mistakes and is now paying the price for their actions. The song is a commentary on the repercussions of one's decisions and how they can lead to a loss of innocence or purity.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a time when you were God's grace
Once upon a time, you were considered to be the embodiment of God's divine benevolence
Never cheating a man with a hidden face
You used to be fair and honest and never deceived anyone while hiding your true intentions
That was long ago and God recognized
However, that time is long gone and even God acknowledges this fact
That you have to leave from this paradise
It is now clear that you need to depart from this idyllic state of existence
I see you're falling
I perceive that you are in a state of downfall, a tragic end to your once glorious existence
Fallen angel from endless grace
You were once a celestial being of infinite grace, but now you have fallen from that lofty status
Contributed by Adeline H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.