Moop Mama - Deine Mutter (2011)
Moop Mama is a German hip hop and brass band that consists of ten musicians who play various instruments such as saxophones, trumpets, trombones, drums, and tuba. They are known for their energetic live performances and their unique blend of rap, jazz, funk, and soul. In 2011, they released their debut album, Deine Mutter, which means "Your Mother" in German.
Moop Mama - Deine Mutter (2011)
Album Overview
Deine Mutter was released on June 24, 2011 by the independent label Mutterkomplex. The album contains 12 tracks that showcase the band's diverse musical influences and styles. The lyrics deal with topics such as urban life, love, politics, consumerism, and self-expression. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, who praised the band's originality, creativity, and humor. Some of the highlights of the album are:
Geh mit uns (Go with us): The opening track of the album is a catchy invitation to join the band on their musical journey. The song features a catchy chorus, a funky brass section, and a rap verse that introduces the band members and their instruments.
KÃnig der Stadtmitte (King of the City Center): The second track is a tribute to the band's hometown of Munich. The song describes the sights and sounds of the city center, where the band often performs on the streets. The song also criticizes the gentrification and commercialization of the city.
BullenwÃgen (Police Car): The sixth track is a protest song against police brutality and racism. The song uses a sample of the famous chant "BullenwÃgen klauen und die Innenstadt demolieren" (Steal a police car and demolish the city center), which was used by left-wing activists in Germany in the 1980s. The song also features a guest appearance by rapper Roger Rekless.
Helden (Heroes): The last track of the album is a tribute to the band's musical heroes, such as James Brown, Bob Marley, Nina Simone, and Kurt Cobain. The song lists some of their achievements and influences, and expresses gratitude for their inspiration.
Album Reception
Deine Mutter was well received by critics and fans alike. The album was praised for its originality, creativity, humor, and musical quality. Some of the positive reviews are:
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[Discogs]
"A great debut album by a great band. Moop Mama combine hip hop with brass music in a very fresh and innovative way. The lyrics are witty and clever, the music is catchy and groovy."
[Spotify]
"Moop Mama is one of the most original bands I've ever heard. Their music is a mix of rap, jazz, funk, and soul with a lot of brass instruments. Their lyrics are funny and smart, and their live shows are amazing."
[Qobuz]
"Moop Mama is a hip hop phenomenon that defies all genres. Their debut album Deine Mutter is a masterpiece of musical diversity and creativity. The band combines rap with brass instruments in a way that is both surprising and captivating."
The album also received some negative reviews from critics who found the band's style too chaotic, noisy, or immature. Some of the negative reviews are:
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[Laut.de]
"Moop Mama is a band that tries to be everything at once: hip hop, brass band, comedy, political activism. But they fail to deliver anything convincing or coherent. Their debut album Deine Mutter is a mess of sounds and words that lacks direction and substance."
[Musikexpress]
"Moop Mama is a band that relies too much on gimmicks and novelty. Their debut album Deine Mutter is a collection of songs that are either too loud, too silly, or too boring. The band's attempt to mix rap and brass music is neither original nor successful."
[Rolling Stone]
"Moop Mama is a band that has no idea what they are doing. Their debut album Deine Mutter is a disaster of musical taste and quality. The band's fusion of rap and brass music is a nightmare of noise and nonsense."
Album Conclusion
Deine Mutter is a debut album that showcases the band's unique and innovative style of hip hop and brass music. The album is a musical adventure that explores various genres, topics, and emotions. The album is not for everyone, as some critics and listeners may find it too chaotic, noisy, or immature. However, for those who appreciate the band's originality, creativity, humor, and musical quality, Deine Mutter is a highly enjoyable and entertaining album.
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