Das Ich

The Profile

Das Ich is a German darkwave/electro‑industrial duo formed in 1989 by Bruno Kramm and Stefan Ackermann, noted for theatrical vocals, dense electronic orchestrations, and German‑language lyrics; key pioneers of Neue Deutsche Todeskunst.

Formed in Bayreuth, Germany in 1989 by Bruno Kramm (keyboards/production) and Stefan Ackermann (vocals). Early breakthrough with the album Die Propheten (1991). Known for German‑language lyrics and a dramatic stage presence. Signature track Destillat is among their best‑known songs. Associated with the darkwave/EBM and Neue Deutsche Todeskunst scenes.

The review of Die Propheten hails Das Ich’s debut as horrifying electro-goth that transcends EBM pigeonholes. It praises Bruno Kramm’s synthetic orchestration and Stefan Ackermann’s unhinged, theatrical vocals. Tracks like Es ist ja Krieg…, Kain und Abel, Gottes Tod, Lügen und das Ich, and Frevel are highlighted. Overall verdict: disturbing, danceable, and musically substantial.