Jazz-metal innovators PANZERBALLETT proudly announce the release of their new single, “Alien Hip Hop,” featuring the extraordinary talents of world-renowned drummer Virgil Donati.
Originally released by Virgil Donati in the late 1990s, this track is the second single from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming studio album, Übercode Œuvre, scheduled for release on April 25, 2025.
Listen to “Alien Hip Hop“: https://bfan.link/alien-hip-hop
“Alien Hip Hop” brilliantly encapsulates the essence of PANZERBALLETT‘s genre-defying style, effortlessly blending metal’s raw intensity with the sophisticated intricacies of jazz fusion. Drummer Virgil Donati, known globally for his groundbreaking rhythmical prowess, elevates this track, delivering an awe-inspiring performance filled with explosive energy and unmatched precision.
Jan Zehrfeld, guitarist and founder of PANZERBALLETT, shares his thoughts on the single:
“If there were a ‘Metal Fusion Real Book,’ this tune would be on page one. Since Virgil Donati’s first version in the late 1990s, it has evolved through multiple transformations. This latest ‘Panzer’ version #5 pushes its rhythmic and structural complexity to a whole new level, with profound shifts that keep the listener on edge and the energy surging.
Known for their virtuosic musicianship and engaging performances, PANZERBALLETT continue their tradition of delivering music that challenges and captivates listeners in equal measure. “Alien Hip Hop” is not only a showcase of exceptional musicianship but a bold statement of creative freedom and artistic innovation.
The upcoming album Übercode Œuvre features contributions from a stellar lineup of international musicians, including Marco Minnemann, Anika Nilles, Sebastian Lanser, and others, promising to be one of the most compelling releases of 2025.
The album’s tracklist with songs info:
- Bleed – Mind-bending interpretation of Meshuggah’s iconic track with extreme rhythmic manipulation.
- Seven Steps to Hell – New composition by Nélida Béjar, using only septuplets for a brain-melting experience.
- The Four Seasons: Summer – A blend of classical virtuosity with contemporary shredding and ruthless polymeters.
- Alien Hip Hop – Virgil Donati’s complex fusion track, brought to its highest level of intensity in its fifth version.
- Andromeda – A Panzer-Ballad dedicated to love, with a signature jazzy-metal twist.
- Ode to Joy (vocal) – Tribute to the global community during the COVID-19 lockdown, where people sang “Ode to Joy” from their balconies.
- Pick Up the Pieces – Reworked funk classic blending quintuplets and septuplets, with a jazz-metal touch.
- The Devil’s Staircase – Stunning arrangement highlighting the beauty of Ligeti’s polymeters with diabolic intensity.
- Ode to Joy (instrumental) – Jazz-infused instrumental version of the beloved classical piece.
- Andromedaron (Digital bonus track) – Drummer Aaron Thier’s virtuosic rhythmic interpretation of “Andromeda.”
LIVE TOUR:
08.05.25 DE – München, Mastermix Studios (open rehearsal)
09.05.25 CH – Wil, Gare de Lion
10.05.25 DE – Stuttgart, Club Zentral
11.05.25 DE – Oberhausen, Ebertbad
13.05.25 DE – Bremen, Meisenfrei
14.05.25 DE – Hamburg, Logo
15.05.25 DE – Berlin, Maschinenhaus
17.05.25 AT – Vienna, Porgy & Bess
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