What a variety of funny diseases there are...
Antonius fire, Frisian fever, limb fungus, moon sickness, and now brand new Ska-DHS.
It fits well that Dr. “Ska-DHS“ is treating it.
The first song from “Vida en Color“ is about this particularly spontaneous disease that occurs at concerts, especially spreading among the audience when a punk band equipped with brass players takes the stage.
It took a full eight years for a sign of life to appear in the form of a new album. A long time, filled with many events and experiences.
So it’s not surprising that the eleven songs on this album are very diverse, even so diverse that the common thread is not always visible, or rather, audible.
WISECRÄCKER address topics on this album such as confused tinfoil hat wearers, the already mentioned disease Ska-DHS, refugees, selfishness, the past, and much more.
Sometimes in English but mostly in German, the perfectly and powerfully produced songs encourage dancing and singing along. Good vibes come automatically while listening, even though this record is by no means a feel-good album due to its themes. Instead of sinking into sadness, it focuses on movement, singing, and self-motivation. Whether it’s the great “Manifesto Against Capitalist Total Crap“ or the opening song, listening to the album is consistently enjoyable. After multiple listens, the diversity of the songs no longer bothers, but rather defines this album. A lot of variety and a lot of quality are offered by the eleven songs.
WISECRÄCKER may have been gone, but now they are back.
They are by no means just any ska-punk band, not only because they have been around for 26 years, but also because they sound as fresh on “Vida En Color“ as few bands of their age.
Concerts are in the works and should be attended to boost mood, fitness, and facial muscles.
