Blutengel

The Profile

Blutengel is a German darkwave/futurepop group formed in 1998 by Chris Pohl in Berlin. Known for male–female vocals, dramatic gothic/vampiric aesthetics, and synth-driven hooks, the project rose to prominence with early albums like Child of Glass and Seelenschmerz and has remained active with numerous charting releases.

Blutengel is led by Chris Pohl and active since 1998. Seelenschmerz was released in 2001 after Child of Glass (1999) and before Angel Dust (2002). The project is known for theatrical, vampiric aesthetics and has performed at Wave-Gotik-Treffen.

A single, fervent review hails Seelenschmerz (2001) as Blutengel’s peak, praising its hooks and electro/gothic punch while chastising later releases. It highlights Chris Pohl’s leadership, the role of Kati and Gini, and the band’s theatrical, vampiric stage aesthetic. Tracks like Der Spiegel, Run Away, Die with You and Bloody Pleasure are singled out. The review notes their popularity in Germany and presence at Wave-Gotik-Treffen.