Discover Akela1's 'Sommerschlussverkauf,' a dystopian fusion of Alternative Hip-Hop and Industrial Emo-Rap. With Post-Punk beats and Acid House-inspired basslines, the track's eerie, repetitive synths set a brooding, haunting tone. Critiquing consumerism and status, this energetic, dark track pays homage to influences like DAF and Boy Harsher and creates a contemporary ode to a timeless sound.
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About:
Akela1, the multi-instrumentalist, sound designer, and producer from Leipzig, stands out with his unique blend of alternative rock, indie rock, and progressive rock. In 2021, he released his first EP, "Negative Nancy," which is now available as an impressive 180g eco-color vinyl. Produced by Akela1 himself, this EP showcases his ability to skillfully navigate between synthwave and progressive rock.

In his musical work, Akela1 creates dark yet powerful sounds that contrast with melancholic melodies. A clear motif runs through his music: forward, always forward. 

As a standout multi-instrumentalist and producer, Akela1 ventured into new waters with the song "Sommerschlussverkauf." The track, a dystopian fusion of alternative hip-hop and industrial emo-rap, energetically criticizes consumerism and status. With post-punk beats and acid-house-inspired basslines, the song sets a dark, recurring synth mood.

While "Negative Nancy" feels slow, dark, and heavy, "Sommerschlussverkauf" takes on a fast, charged tempo. This track, the first in German, still maintains a critical attitude with dark and aggressive sounds. Akela1's music is an introspective journey that encourages listeners to reflect on consumption habits and superficial priorities.

Follow Akela1, the creative boundary-pusher, on Spotify to delve into the deep layers of his music and experience an immersive journey through soundscapes.

SommerSchlussVerkauf

Lyrics:
Suffering from a common disease
As a plague, the numbers increase
Spread through mutual emulations
Amplified with expectations
Brick on brick
Build the walls up to survive
Full of fear, weak and desperate you can't hide
Claustrophobic when you are alone
And alone when there's people around
Everything fades into black
Please push me I'm close to the edge
I feel like I'm losing my head
Blinded by distortion 
Trying to escape the ache
Paralyzed with numbness
Disconnected face from phase
But in the end, it's all the same:
“It's gonna be fine!” They say

Lyrics, Music, Performance, Recording, Mix- & Mastering by Akela1
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Visual conception & implementation - Anna-Lena Erb
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Virus  - Akela1

Lyrics:
Throw that bait when you go fishing
Fishing for compliments 
Use me for your thirst of affection
As I dry out eventually 
And I refuse that bate 
I dragged you down and now
The closer you are the more I try to stay away from you
Cuz' I am cold and distant
In any of your lies, I see shattered pieces
There are pieces of hope and views of pink eyes
The princess without a soul tried to heal my bruise
It wasn't my intention to pass down the curse
But I was never your prince 
I'm too damned shattered inside
You wouldn't believe me and that's why 
The closer you are the more I try to stay away from you 
Cuz' I'm cold and distant

Lyrics, Music, Performance, Recording, Mix- & Mastering by Akela1
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Visual conception & implementation - Anna-Lena Erb
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Cold & Distant  - Akela1

Lyrics:
Why can't the rain be acid?
Why do your brakes still work?
Can I please return this and start all over again?
The desire of distance is just the urge of running away
But giving up ain't easy
And letting go is hard
I ate the apple and its all my fault 
I feel my brain is sleepless and constant shadow of doubt
The butterflies are already dead and rotten on the floor
The knife you use ain't sharp enough
No way you release the steam
While your ear keeps throbbing holes in your head
Surrender cuz' you waisting time and space
But I'm always there for you since you've been a child
Can't you feel my breath on your neck?
But you never reach me
Cuz' I'm the spot on your back
You try desperately to scratch
You ate the apple
It's all your fault 
I made your brain feel sleepless and I'm the shadow of doubt
I killed all the butterflies you don't need them anymore

Music, Recording, Mix- & Mastering by Akela1
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Visual conception & implementation - Anna-Lena Erb
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Rotten Butterflies  - Akela1

Lyrics:
Every day I crossed your path
You were close but yet so far
This night I'm gonna cut you lose 
And bring you home
But you are dedicated to another man
I'm a thief, who came at night
You can't leave
I claim you mine
I hung you up to dry 
Now everybody can see
You wear just your bare skin and you look at me
You look, you stare, you gaze
Never a smile upon your face
Not even a wink with your eyes
You know me best, you know all my lies
But what's it gonna be with you and me?

Lyrics, Music, Performance, Recording, Mix- & Mastering by Akela1
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Visual conception & implementation - Anna-Lena Erb
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Belkina - Akela1

Lyrics:
Let's dig a grave
Because now is the time
Clear it all out
Shove it all down
I know there is fear
I know there is doubt
We might return 
And dig it all out
But you don't love me now 
And you will never love me again
What about the coffin
And our treasure within?
I never saw your footprints
When I watered the plants
I like the smell you just couldn't stand
The coffin won't open if I would try alone
You'll never come back 
And all I got left are the memories of you

Lyrics, Music, Performance, Recording, Mix- & Mastering by Akela1
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Visual conception & implementation - Anna-Lena Erb
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Purpose Of A Grave - Akela1

"Brick on brick, build the walls up to survive", sings Akela1 in the final track of his self-produced debut EP "Negative Nancy". The multi instrumentalist from Leipzig (Germany) builds a protective bunker, brick by brick, for protection against depression and demons. Anyone who dares to venture into the bunker underground will be guided through the musical labyrinth by familiar faces.
Akela1 has mastered the genre game. He uses synthwave here, progressive rock there and plays with dark but powerful sounds that contrast with melancholic melodies. However, there is a clear direction: forward!