There’s for sure no need to introduce this act nearer to all readers and fans of Industrial music. Originally hailing from Germany, KMFDM are veterans, a band which is already active since 1984. In Germany they are still a misunderstood independent act, far away from satisfying reactions of the poor listeners. The lack of recognition let them left this country to settle down to the USA in 1988. From the early members only Sascha Konietzko is still active to keep this fire burning. The German title "Hau Ruck" can be translated into "Heave-Ho" and it is meant to describe the current strong activity around and from this band. With no sign of getting older this band currently gets ready for a new world tour. Musically there isn’t maybe a too big change in direction, KMFDM still plays with classic guitar-driven Industrial elements which most of their followers and copycats would describe as outstanding. No album for electronic purists of course, Metal fans could be more attracted by this. I have nevertheless picked out some nice done pieces here like "Professional Killer" which is driven by a groovy Electro bass line and a clear vocal performance by the female member Lucia Cifarelli. The title track and "Auf Wiederseh’n" feature both German lyric and present the remarkable side, while a track like "Feed our Fame" simply lets me use the "Skip" button on my discman, because this piece is definitively too near along the Metal mainstream. KMFDM do a solid work here as usual, but there is no space for some surprises. Their fans will suck up their new stuff without any hesitation, but I am not sure, if KMFDM will get a wider attention lately out of Germany. This is still questionable, but maybe the upcoming gigs will help?