Powerwolf reveals: a monster of an album with Wake Up the Wicked

Powerwolf reveals: a monster of an album with Wake Up the Wicked

Powerwolf: A look at the evolution of music and the fascination for stories

The Saarland band Powerwolf has reached another milestone in its career with its latest studio album "Wake Up the Wicked". Since its foundation in 2003, the quintet has conquered a permanent place in the metal scene, not only through its unique power metal sound, but also through the art of narrative, which is in its texts and videos. This album, the latest of her collection, reflects the creative development and inspiration that the musicians have won in the course of their career.

The importance of life experiences in music production

In a current interview, keyboardist Falk Maria Schlegel expressed a decisive role in the development of the new album, such as the experiences they gained on tour. He explains that the energy that she draws from live appearances and contact with your fans is an indispensable source of inspiration. "The exchange with people is a great Motivation for us. We not only create music, we create community," reports Schlegel.

Inspiration from mythology and legends

Another central point of their music are the topics that are often shaped by old legends, mythological stories and religious content. The new piece "1589" is about a werewolf process in the Middle Ages, which shows how Powerwolf incorporates historical stories into their music. Schlegel emphasizes that they love to question clichés and to shed light on the political dimensions of these stories. "We want the audience to enjoy both the music and the stories behind it," he explains.

Videos as a creative element

The band attaches great importance to the quality of its music videos, which are not only seen as a visual accompaniment, but also as an integral part of their artistic work. Schlegel emphasizes that they are often involved in the creative process of video creation. "We want our videos to be as lively and appealing as possible. Quality is our top priority," he says. Their elaborate videos, which are often expensive productions, help to captivate the audience and to convey the musical stories intensively.

Teamwork and creative processes

Creative cooperation within the band is of crucial importance. According to Schlegel, every band members brings their ideas, and even if decisions sometimes have to be made, the creative exchange remains alive. "After 20 years we know each other so well that we no longer have to have endless discussions. We have developed a certain security in our cooperation," he explains. This experience enables Powerwolf to preserve your unique style and still find innovative ways in your work.

The future of the band

With "Wake Up the Wicked" Powerwolf show that they are not just a band, but a total work of art that consists of music, stories and visual representations. The constant search for new inspiration and stories drives them, and the band members are sure that they will continue to remain creative in the coming years. Schlegel summarizes it: "The nice thing about our journey is that it never ends. Every year we try new things and develop."

The album "Wake Up the Wicked" is now available and will certainly help to further expand the fan base of Powerwolf and to win new listeners.

also read:

• The role of myths in modern music
• Power Metal: A genre in the upswing
• Creative processes in the music industry

- Nag