Durs Grünbein Ulrike Haage - Reise Toter

Review by roger mallock

Reise Toter, the latest album by Durs Grünbein and Ulrike Haage, is a stunning and haunting work of art. The album features a collection of poems written by Grünbein, set to music by Haage, and performed by a talented ensemble of musicians.

The album's title, which translates to "Journey of the Dead," sets the tone for the dark and introspective themes explored throughout the album. Grünbein's poems touch on topics such as mortality, loss, and the nature of existence, and Haage's music perfectly captures the weighty emotions conveyed in the words.

The album's standout track, "Überlebensgroß," is a stirring meditation on the power of memory and the human capacity for resilience. Haage's piano playing is particularly powerful on this track, and the accompanying strings and percussion create a lush and expansive soundscape.

Summary by roger mallock

Reise Toter is a masterful collaboration between two talented artists. It is a deeply moving and thought-provoking album that will stay with listeners long after the final notes have faded away.