With FÜR DICH, HÄMATOM delivers an album that’s more than just music – it’s a deeply emotional tribute and a farewell to their late bassist and friend, WEST. It’s hard to simply „review“ a record like this because it’s raw, personal, and cuts straight to the soul. Listening feels like stepping into an intimate space, where grief and love collide in a way that’s both heartbreaking and uplifting.
The opener, “Gott muss ein Arschloch sein” (“God Must Be an Asshole”), hits like a sucker punch. It’s an unfiltered outpouring of anger, pain, and disbelief, channeled into one of the most gut-wrenching songs the band has ever written. Nothing is held back, and the emotional intensity sets the tone for what’s to come.
But FÜR DICH isn’t just about mourning. Across its 14 tracks, there’s also light breaking through the shadows. Songs like “Neuanfang” (“New Beginning”) and “Hoffnung lebt” (“Hope Lives On”) are filled with resilience and a celebration of life – a testament to the spirit of WEST and the joy he brought to those around him. This balance of darkness and light, loss and renewal, makes the album profoundly human and endlessly relatable.
Musically, HÄMATOM pushes boundaries without losing themselves. Working with producers Hannes Kelch and Julian Breucker, the band adds a modern and surprisingly catchy edge to their signature hard-hitting sound. Tracks like “Alles bleibt anders” (“Everything Stays Different”) combine heavy riffs with hooks that stay with you, while ballads like “Ein Teil von uns” (“A Part of Us”) weigh heavy on the heart. It’s a fresh evolution that doesn’t compromise their raw energy.
What truly sets FÜR DICH apart, though, is the connection with their fans – or “Freaks,” as they affectionately call them. The band invited fans to contribute in meaningful ways, from submitting photos for the stunning mosaic album cover to influencing the fan box design. It’s not just a record for WEST, it’s a collective tribute from everyone whose life he touched.
FÜR DICH isn’t an easy listen. It’s intense, emotional, and unapologetically real. But it’s also a healing experience, proving that grief can be a catalyst for transformation and hope. HÄMATOM has turned their pain into something tangible – a musical monument that keeps WEST’s spirit alive in every note.
Verdict:
FÜR DICH isn’t just another HÄMATOM album – it’s their most heartfelt and vulnerable work yet. It might not be their most polished, but it’s undeniably their most important. A record that inspires, moves, and stays with you long after the final note fades.
Stream the Album now on Spotify:
HÄMATOM on Tour:
HÄMATOM – „20 JAHRE FÜR EUCH – JUBILÄUMSTOUR“
23.01.25 Osnabrück – Hyde Park
24.01.25 Frankfurt – Batschkapp
25.01.25 Stuttgart – Wagenhallen
30.01.25 CZ-Prague – Palac Akropolis
31.01.25 Leipzig – Haus Auensee
01.02.25 Berlin – Columbiahalle
- 02.25 Munich – Tonhalle
08.02.25 CH-Pratteln – Z7
14.02.25 A- Vienna – Simm City
15.02.25 Geiselwind – Eventhalle
21.02.25 Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle
22.02.25 Hamburg – Inselpark Arena
Organizer: Contra Promotion
Ticket VVK-Link: https://www.haematom-shop.de/TICKETS
Further information at: https://haematom.de/tour/