The band's name comes from the Krupp dynasty - one of pre-war Germany´s main industrial families. This name was apparently chosen for its industrial connotations, as the band is strongly anti-Nazi. In some interviews the band stated that Visconti´s movie "The Damned" - a depiction of the fictitious German industrial dynasty of the Essenbecks - was the main inspiration.
Die Krupps's debut EP, 1981's Stahlwerkssymphony, was in the vein of metal-on-metal industrial acts like Einstürzende Neubauten. Their following album, 1982's Volle Kraft Voraus, combined the industrial sound of their debut with electronic rhythms similar to DAF.
In 1984, the group released their first English-language album, Entering the Arena, which combined grand, orchestral arrangements with their trademark metallic percussion and a more conventional synthpop sound.
Doerper left to join Propaganda, and Die Krupps went on hiatus for a few years. In 1989, they collaborated with Nitzer Ebb -- a band their sound had clearly influenced -- to remake Volle Kraft Voraus's "Wahre Arbeit, Wahrer Lohn" as "The Machineries of Joy." The single was a major club hit,and it resparked interest in the band, who followed in 1990 with the now-classic "Germaniac" single.
However, Engler had become interested in American and European heavy metal, and subsequent Die Krupps releases would gradually de-emphasize the band's industrial/electronic origins. A Tribute to Metallica--an album of Metallica cover versions done with only keyboards and samplers--was something of a novelty hit that got the band signed (briefly) to a US major label.
In 1992, Engler reunited with Doerper and added some American heavy metal musicians to the lineup, and Die Krupps began to utilize guitars and more sounds derived from heavy metal music, with the release of their albums I and II--The Final Option.
During this period, the band had many of their tracks remixed by other artists; singles such as "Fatherland", "Metal Machine Music", "To the Hilt", and "Crossfire" were reworked by artists as diverse as The Sisters of Mercy, Einstürzende Neubauten and Biohazard. These remixes proved more successful than the albums from which they were drawn, as they became staples of mid-90s alternative clubs. Many of these remixes are included on the compilations The Final Remixes and Rings of Steel, as well as their mid-90s singles issued by Cleopatra Records. Particularly notable is a 1996 remix EP they shared with Front Line Assembly, on which each group remixed three songs from the other: while Krupps's remixes of FLA were typical of the band's metallic direction, FLA's Krupps remixes surprisingly highlighted how Die Krupps's sound still recalled the band's early electronic work.
By 1996's III--Odyssey of the Mind, the band had almost entirely ditched electronics for a straight metal sound. Following Doerper's second departure and the release of the even more heavily metal-influenced album "Paradise Now" in 1997, the band disbanded.
The band has been well-served by two compilations that highlight their strongest material and the development of the band's sound: Past Forward 1991-1981, released on Mute's Grey Area imprint, is a worthy precis of the band's work up to and including "Germaniac". Cleopatra's Metalmorphosis of Die Krupps covers some of the same ground, but includes highlights from their post-Metallica output. While both compilations share several tracks, they usually choose different mixes.
Die Krupps played a reunion show at Wave Gothic Treffen festival at 2005 for their 25th anniversary.
Expected in fall 2007 are 2 releases to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Die Krupps plus an extra release combining both. The reason to make two different best of albums is because the band wanted to separate its electro years from its metal years. As a result we will get "Too Much History - The Electro Years Vol. 1" and "Too Much History - The Metal Years Vol. 2", both in digipak format. Next to these two releases there is also the 2CD set "Too Much History" combining both previous mentioned best of compilations.
The German electronic pioneers Die Krupps are re-releasing two classic albums "Volle Kraft Voraus" and "I" by the end of August 2008.
May 21st, 2012 - Industrie-Mädchen reached top of the DAC! (i.e. Deutsche Alternative Charts)
Industrie-Mädchen is the title of the new single, which is a cover version of a song by the German punk band S.Y.P.H., a band Ralf Dörper was member of for a few month in 1979, contributing the vocals to one track of their first EP Viel Feind, viel Ehr.
The single is a spin-off of the forthcoming studio album that is due to be released
Rise Up
Die Krupps Lyrics
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You have to ask yourself are you ready for this
Is the faith in yourself or in somebody else
Rise up-Hysteria
Can you rush faster than the juice in the vein
Can you stop a bullet when the gun is at your head
Why don't you ask me - I will tell you
Why don't you follow me - I will show you
Would you pull the trigger even though you're dead
All that you dreamed is over - forget the love you sold her
Rise up - Hysteria
You disgrace me and you abuse me
Why don't you leave me - I can't help you
Because I'm tired nothing left
I feel old, not a cent
I want out - had enough
I want out - had enough
Rise up - Hysteria
You have to ask yourself are you ready for this
Is the faith in yourself or in somebody else
You have to ask yourself are you ready for this
Is the faith in yourself or in somebody else
Rise up - Hysteria
The lyrics to Die Krupps's song "Rise Up - Hysteria" are about personal strength and the decision-making process when facing difficult situations. The first two lines ask the listener to consider if they're ready for the challenges to come and whether they trust themselves or rely on others to navigate those challenges. The chorus is a call to action to rise up and face those challenges, even if they seem insurmountable. The verses delve into the specifics of those challenges, asking if the listener can move faster than the adrenaline in their veins, stop a bullet aimed at them, or commit drastic actions like stealing money or killing themselves.
The bridge of the song illustrates the consequences of giving into hysteria and irrational impulses, stating that dreams are over and love has been lost. It seems that the lead singer is addressing someone who has hurt or betrayed them, accusing them of disgraceful and abusive behavior. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, underscoring the idea that the listener must ask themselves if they're ready for the challenges to come, and if they rely on their own strength or that of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Rise up-Hysteria
This is the chorus, which is repeated throughout the song. It is a call to action, urging the listener to rise up and face their challenges with hysteria - an intense, emotional frenzy.
You have to ask yourself are you ready for this
The listener is prompted to think carefully about whether they are truly prepared for the challenges ahead.
Is the faith in yourself or in somebody else
The song questions whether the listener's belief in their ability to succeed comes from within themselves or if they rely on others for their confidence.
Can you rush faster than the juice in the vein
The song asks if the listener can move quickly and decisively, as if their very life depends on it - like the rush of adrenaline through their veins.
Can you stop a bullet when the gun is at your head
This line refers to the listener's ability to withstand extreme pressure and danger - to hold steady, even when faced with life-threatening situations.
Why don't you ask me - I will tell you
The singer offers to share their own wisdom and experience with the listener, as a way to help them face their own challenges.
Why don't you follow me - I will show you
In addition to offering advice, the singer invites the listener to follow their example and learn from their successes (and failures).
Would you steal my money just to crack your pain
This line questions whether the listener is willing to hurt others for their own gain - if they would resort to theft (or other unethical actions) to cope with their own struggles.
Would you pull the trigger even though you're dead
This is a metaphorical question, asking if the listener is willing to risk everything (even if it means their own demise) to achieve their goals.
All that you dreamed is over - forget the love you sold her
This line acknowledges the pain and disappointment that can come with failure or loss, and encourages the listener to let go of their past dreams and move on.
You disgrace me and you abuse me
This line is addressed to an unspecified person (or group) who has wronged the singer. It is a call-out, putting the listener on notice that their behavior will not be tolerated.
Why don't you leave me - I can't help you
The singer recognizes that they cannot fix other people's problems or change their behavior, and pushes away affection or attention that is unwanted or undeserved.
Because I'm tired nothing left
The singer expresses exhaustion and fatigue - a sense of being emotionally, mentally, or physically spent.
I want out - had enough
This line is a clear statement of intent - the singer wants to break free from a situation that has become unbearable or unsatisfying, and is ready to move on.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JUERGEN ENGLER, JULIAN BEESTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rafael K
Lee Altus from Heathen on guitar! Perfect Industrial Metal, one of the best of the best.
Daniel Sommerhoff
Super Video. Die. Live-Aufnahmen wurden im Huxleys in Berlin aufgenommen. Habe an diesem Abend einer meiner Besten Freunde kennengelernt. Das Konzert war der Oberhammer.. Wir haben sogar von Jürgen Engler Autogramme bekommen. Die Krupps Forever.
Heinrich Wagner
bei dem lied muss ich immer an KMFDM denken. Coole Nummer!
Veterinar XP
Much better than Rammstein!
Massimo Casella
Million times better than Ramstein
Manuella
Thanks for the upload ✌🏼👏🏻
Crazy yellow guy
Very good, thanks!
pascal gerard
trop bon , ca oui
Indy Jones
Ja - Danke fürs hochladen😎👍