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Germanys controversial electro-punk band reveals beauty!

ein Indierockchick | 08/14/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Zirkus" is Mias third release and its sweetest one, too! Mia used to be known as playing punk music with some electronic influences. While their first release "Hieb&Stichfest" was all about electronic music with a punk attitude, "Stille Post" - their sophomore - was right inbetween electronic and punk music. Being controversially discussed in Germany for their song "Was es ist" because of the political somewhat patriotic contense Mia won't disturb any left-winged interest groups with their new album.

"Zirkus" is all about love. Almost all songs deal with subjects like falling in and out of love. The lyrics are well-thought and playful with the German language. Mieze - Mia's female lead singer - has improved her vocals a great deal. Her voice blends in really nice with the rest of the music. As a reference to this album's title some of the songs have hints to the theme circus. There are even some circus noises in the background.

When it comes to the songs, "Zirkus" first single "Tanz der Moleküle" is just right to represent the whole album. It's a very positive, joyful song about being in love. "Tanz der Moleküle" was even in the German Top Ten. A success which the band has never had before.

However, "Zirkus" is not really punk anymore, neither lyricwise nor musicwise. Some might be disappointed by that. Others might just now begin to appreciate Mia's music. I just think it's beautiful.

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