DAS ENDE DER LIEBE
Conceived as a counterproposal to our intricate relationship with
time in the modern world, Das Ende der Liebe’s music addresses
the tension between the ever-demanding pace of contemporary
life and our subconscious yearning for moments of reflection and
contemplation. Their music pieces are deep sonic spaces that invite
listeners to explore the nuances of time, reevaluate and transform their
perception of it, and surrender themselves to the band’s magically
tempus-stretching aural supernovae.
Andreas Völk (Guitar, Voice, Live Beat- & Sound Processing), Laurenz
Gemmer (Yamaha CP70, Ableton Live), Kenn Hartwig (Bass, Nintendo
GameBoy) and Thomas Sauerborn (Drums, Synths) are vibrational
sound alchemists who crafted a new universe, ever-expanding, built
from electronics, acoustics, psychedelics and groove since the year of
the portal, 2014.
In September 2022, the band released SCHNE*E, which earned the
honour of being voted one of GROOVE MAGAZINE’s Top 20 essential
albums of 2022. Critics and fans were stunned by this release,
describing them as “[…] a band intricately weaving the vibes of the
70’s and 80’s, rooted in Cologne and Berlin. SCHNE*E effortlessly
traverses a spectrum of sonic possibilities, from Dark Ambient to
their self-proclaimed ‘Alien-Jazz‘ and Industrial influences, with
unmistakable nods to Can, Throbbing Gristle, and Psychic TV.”
The new album Persist (2025) marks the next chapter in the
band’s ongoing musical odyssey – and this time, they are joined
by transdisciplinary, non-binary artist su dance110. Following the
success of SCHNE*E the expanded line-up once again captivates
audiences and critics alike. Persist was awarded the German Record
Critics’ Award (Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik) in the category
Experimental and Electronic, underscoring its artistic impact and
innovation.