SCHWARZPAUL

Friday

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Dortmund.Macht.Lauter Stage

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presented by Kulturbüro Dortmund & Dortmund.Macht.Lauter

SCHWARZPAUL wraps the original reggae sound of Jamaica in a contemporary, authentic outfit that effortlessly shifts between vintage dub and future pop. On top of that, they manage to deliver intelligent German lyrics far removed from genre clichés and tired platitudes. It’s especially these relatable, real-life lyrics that give SCHWARZPAUL cross-genre appeal and pop-cultural relevance.

Heavy basslines riding on driving steppers drums meet crispy lead guitar riffs and sharp synth melodies – all built on a solid rhythm foundation of upright piano, Rhodes, guitars, and organ. The current single “Messer aus Holz” is also the title track of their new album and serves as a prime example of the style SCHWARZPAUL calls “Dub Rock Reggae.”