Disc 01 01. "The sea hawk (Suite)" 02. "Die Moorsoldaten" 03. "Einen grossen Nazi hat sie" 04. "Kanonensong ("Die Dreigroschenoper")" 05. "Zuh?lter-Ballade ("Die Dreigroschenoper")" 06. "Die Morit?t von Mackie Messer ("Die Dreigroschenoper")" 07. "Seht ihr den Flieger dort ("Brundib?r")" 08. "Ihr m?sst auf Freundschaft bau'n ("Brundib?r")"
Disc 02 01. "Stimmen aus dem Massengrab" 02. "Deutsches Miserere ("Schweyk im Zweiten Weltkrieg")" 03. "Wiegala" 04. "A survivor from Warsaw, Op. 46" 05. "Kol nidrei, Op. 47" 06. "Komm, Zigany" 07. "Sog nit kejnmal" 08. "Ich muss heute singen (Les fen?tres chantent)"
Disc 03 01. "Sholem-Alekhem, rov Feidman!" 02. "Remembrances" 03. "Im Nebel" 04. "Willkommen in Deutschland" 05. "Alabama song ("Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagony")" 06. "Sascha... ein aufrechter Deutscher" 07. "Drei Kreuze (dass wir hier sind)" 08. "Ballast der Republik" 09. "Europa" 10. "Das M?dchen aus Rottweil" 11. "Drei Kreuze (dass wir hier sind) (Reprise)"
Disc 04 01. "Willkommen in Deutschland - Ein Gedenkkonzert (Die Dokumentation)"
Description:
Recorded 19/20/21 October 2013, Tonhalle Düsseldorf
Gatefold sleeve with 3 printed innersleeves.
Side F has the wrong matrix (pressed with the matrix of side E).
"Entartete Musik - Willkommen in Deutschland - Ein" on Vinyl Maxi brings together the Symphony Orchestra of the Robert Schumann Hochschule and the iconic punk rock band Die Toten Hosen in a special recording that reflects on the historic term "entartete Musik" and reclaims it as a sign of cultural resistance and artistic freedom. This release stands out through its powerful orchestral arrangements, the contrast between classical instrumentation and rock energy, and a concept that is as musically compelling as it is historically and socially aware. The Vinyl Maxi format emphasizes the depth and dynamics of the recording, making it ideal for listeners who value both sound quality and the tactile experience of a record: rich grooves, detailed arrangements, and a carefully sequenced track selection that works as a cohesive whole rather than just a collection of songs. Thematically, the project connects past and present, confronting the history of censorship and cultural exclusion while celebrating diversity in music and expression.
Die Toten Hosen, one of the most influential German punk rock bands, have built a long-standing career with countless chart-topping albums, platinum awards, and sold-out tours in German-speaking countries and beyond. Known for their energetic live performances and socially engaged lyrics, they have become a cornerstone of German rock culture. The collaboration with the Symphony Orchestra of the Robert Schumann Hochschule underscores their openness to experimentation and cross-genre projects, expanding their sound palette from raw punk energy to symphonic breadth. For fans, this Vinyl Maxi documents a special artistic encounter; for newcomers, it offers an accessible yet ambitious entry point into the band's world and their willingness to push musical boundaries.
The manufacturer JKP (Jochens kleine Plattenfirma) is the long-running label and production company closely associated with Die Toten Hosen. Known for its independence and artist-centered philosophy, JKP focuses on high production standards, carefully curated releases, and physical editions that are made to last--from robust vinyl pressings to thoughtfully designed artwork. Over the years, the label has stood for authenticity, continuity, and a close relationship with fans, often investing in special projects, benefit releases, and limited editions that become sought-after collector's items. With "Entartete Musik - Willkommen in Deutschland - Ein," JKP once again underlines its commitment to musically and thematically ambitious productions that go beyond pure entertainment and invite reflection.
This Vinyl Maxi is especially recommended for collectors of German rock, lovers of orchestral collaborations, and anyone interested in historically conscious music projects. Whether you approach it as a concept work, as an impressive sound experience on vinyl, or as a special chapter in the discography of Die Toten Hosen and the Symphony Orchestra of the Robert Schumann Hochschule, this release offers depth, emotion, and a striking artistic statement pressed into a high-quality record.