Film composers by day and architects of devastating techno soundscapes by night, German duo Schrotthagen return with their latest awe-inspiring release, ‘Alle Werden Alt,’ dropping on 25th April.
The track marks the second single from their upcoming album Nostalgie und Traurigkeit, and once again, Schrotthagen continue to redefine the boundaries of cinematic techno. From the opening moments, “Alle Werden Alt” immerses listeners in a cavernous sonic world, led by an arpeggiating, trance-like synth that feels hypnotic and fragile. That calm is soon shattered by a staggering, off-kilter lead—evoking the cry of an alien whale—before the track slams into a ten-foot-high wall of pounding kick drums and a throbbing bassline. Dark, nostalgic melodies meet raw, relentless beats, creating a journey that’s as emotional as it is unrelenting.
This release holds a particularly special significance: for the first time ever, the producer behind Schrotthagen lends his own voice to the music. Delivered in haunting German lyrics, the vocals paint a picture of longing, transformation, and the bittersweet passing of time:
“Ich hab geträumt, dass ich fliegen kann, ich muss irgendwo hin, einfach irgendwo hin.
Alle meine Freunde werden alt, wenn der Zeiger sich dreht, der Schmerz vergeht und das Herz versteht…”
(“I dreamed that I could fly, I have to go somewhere, just somewhere.
All my friends grow old when the hand turns, the pain fades and the heart understands…”)
Following the viral success of ‘Blütezeit,’ which signaled a new creative chapter for Schrotthagen, the duo continue expanding their unique audiovisual storytelling. Each release arrives alongside a cinematic short film, weaving into a larger narrative that invites fans deeper into their ever-evolving world. The arrival of ‘Alle Werden Alt’ comes hot on the heels of a successful Latin America tour, including major appearances at Ultra Buenos Aires and Rio Buenos Aires, where their performances further fueled the explosive momentum of ‘Blütezeit’ across social media platforms.
With over 570,000 followers, sold-out tours across Europe, a cinematic album on the horizon, and rising demand across North and South America, Schrotthagen are carving out a place as one of the most exciting and transformative forces in the global electronic music scene.
‘Alle Werden Alt’ officially lands on 25th April, reaffirming why Schrotthagen remains one of the most compelling names to watch in techno. Check out their upcoming tour dates and prepare to step into their extraordinary world.
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