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hackedepicciotto- LICHTUNG (Limited Edition Candy Color Vinyl) [Incl. lyrics in German w/ English translation]

hackedepicciotto return with LICHTUNG, an electronically rich and structurally adventurous record that honors the German language. Available on limited-edition candy color vinyl and CD via Mute. This is Alexander Hackes first album since leaving Einstrzende Neubauten. It takes its title and draws its inspiration from the home he and Danielle de Picciotto recently established on the outskirts of Berlin, marking a milestone after 14 years of nomadic living. Named after the German word for clearing, LICHTUNG has become their personal haven and a place for reflection amid a period of global upheaval. On the album, the pair step beyond the familiar pull of repetitive drones, exploring more complex sound structures and uncharted electronic terrains. Recorded in their new home, the process was as demanding as it was creatively rewarding. They embraced experimentation with new textures, while Danielle returned to the piano, an instrument she had long missed, finding new ways to express herself. Mindfully written in German as a nod to the language of their surroundings, the lyrics are a loving gesture that firmly anchors this Berlin-born record.

Track List:

01 Lichtung
02 Vogelfrei
03 Wiederbelebung
04 Erntedank
01 Zeitenwende
02 Draussen
03 Einig
04 Der Marschall

street date 7/10/2026