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)
Wreath of Barbs
:Wumpscut: Lyrics
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Piercing forever through the heart
And this flaming orbit of shame
Ravages and splits the path
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
The injection of religion
Has a comalike effect
And bodies lay in decay
Dreaming of a greener day
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
Open eyes, reading nothing
A sky harsh blue grins black
A sky harsh blue grins black
And I bleed and bleed in this wreath of barbs
And I run and run but I don't get far, don't get far, don't get far
The song "Wreath of Barbs" by :Wumpscut: is a powerful and haunting depiction of the damaging effects of religion on society. The lyrics speak of a holy, burning hand of wrath that pierces forever through the heart and a flaming orbit of shame that ravages and splits the path. These lines serve as an allusion to the omnipotent and unforgiving power of religion and its ability to leave a long-lasting impact on individuals and society as a whole.
The song continues with the description of a "wreath of barbs" that is grinding, binding and taking away, representing the pain and suffering inflicted upon individuals who are forced to abide by religious beliefs and dogmas that they do not necessarily agree with. The injection of religion is described as having a comalike effect, leaving bodies in decay and longing for a better tomorrow.
The final lines of the song speak to the sense of hopelessness and despair that many individuals caught in the grip of a rigid religious belief system may feel. As they try to break free from the hold of religion, they bleed and run but cannot escape the wreath of barbs that remains tight around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy burning hand of wrath
Refers to a powerful and destructive force that can cause immense pain and suffering.
Piercing forever through the heart
The force is able to penetrate deeply into one's emotions and cause long-lasting damage.
And this flaming orbit of shame
The destructive force is accompanied by feelings of guilt and humiliation.
Ravages and splits the path
The force leaves a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake, breaking apart anything in its way.
Grinding, binding, taking away
The force is relentless and unyielding, completely consuming and destroying its victims.
Needles above the prey
Refers to the weaponry of the force, which is sharp and painful.
Wreath of barbs
The overall effect of the force is one of entrapment and pain, like being surrounded by a ring of thorns.
The injection of religion
Religious indoctrination can have a destructive effect on people's lives.
Has a comalike effect
Many individuals become brainwashed or lose their sense of self after being exposed to religious dogma.
And bodies lay in decay
Religion can have negative physical and psychological effects on people that can cause them to suffer greatly.
Dreaming of a greener day
People may cling to the hope of a better future to cope with their current suffering.
Open eyes, reading nothing
People may be blind to the negative effects of religion, either because they are unaware or do not want to acknowledge them.
A sky harsh blue grins black
The world can be a cruel and unforgiving place that brings darkness and despair.
And I bleed and bleed in this wreath of barbs
The singer feels trapped and consumed by the destructive forces around them and cannot escape the pain.
And I run and run but I don't get far, don't get far, don't get far
Despite their efforts to escape, the singer cannot get away from the pain and suffering that surrounds them.
Contributed by Caroline M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@exordiumdeath
Holy burning hand of wrath
Piercing forever through the heart
And this flaming orbit of shame
Ravages and splits the path
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
The injection of religion
Has a comalike effect
And bodies lay in decay
Dreaming of a greener day
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
Open eyes, reading nothing
A sky harsh blue grins black
A sky harsh blue grins black
And I bleed and bleed in this wreath of barbs
And I run and run but I don't get far, don't get far, don't get far
@Xenon777channel
@Dead Ryan - It's not " Reese's Puffs " in the lyrics, actually it's " Wreath of barbs " referring to when Pontius Pilatus the governor of Judea sentenced Heysus to death for his crime. Also let's not forget the spear which some Roman threw at Heysus is that correct? I sort of doubt a spear or Iron rod could 'kill a divine being' right? As per the definitions 100% human - easy to kill, 100% 'divine' impossible to kill, 50%/50% still possible to kill however was he that? Or just some scammer? And if the spear is still in existence... which it probably is... it has no special anything attached to it. Why? Heysus was a human, a spear killed a human, thus not of any particular significance, the spear. Only myths, just like Buddhists attach myths to objects and sell them for $1 million USD.
Ok, fast forward 2000 years, there's these songs called Dr. Todt and Wreath of barbs..., what are they about? Is it about that a lot of the National-Socialists in the 1930's were Catholics & Christians ?
--- And... is there anything 'black' or 'anti-Christian' behind my comment? Such as Judaism, or Buddha? No, I don't affiliate with those 2, and there's no " hate " per se. I'm just laying facts on the table.
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And if someone thinks this comment is 'disrespectful', is that so? No, as I care about the planet and/or future i.e. truth, not myself, ..understand it?
And also as I see a lot of laziness, selfishness, abuse of power, abuse of accrediations, whimsical attitudes, a lot of 'fun', then I have some obligations like " Ok they're not doing anything at all... So I have to... otherwise maybe no one will.... " ..get it?
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@exordiumdeath
Holy burning hand of wrath
Piercing forever through the heart
And this flaming orbit of shame
Ravages and splits the path
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
The injection of religion
Has a comalike effect
And bodies lay in decay
Dreaming of a greener day
Grinding, binding, taking away
Needles above the prey
Wreath of barbs
Open eyes, reading nothing
A sky harsh blue grins black
A sky harsh blue grins black
And I bleed and bleed in this wreath of barbs
And I run and run but I don't get far, don't get far, don't get far
@DownWhereWeBelong
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actually this isn't a translation, those are just the lyrics :)
@BluSTi
+exordiumdeath I thought it was "Lead us above the fray"
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