Die Kreuzen

The Profile

Die Kreuzen are an American band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, formed in 1981. Starting in hardcore punk, they evolved toward post-hardcore and alternative rock, culminating in their acclaimed final album, Cement (1991).

American band from Wisconsin; active during the 1980s–1992; pivotal in evolving from hardcore punk to alternative rock; final album Cement (1991) features contributions associated with producer Butch Vig; notable guitar work by Brian Egeness; tracks highlighted include Blue Song, Deep Space, Shine, Wish, Big Bad Days, Downtime, and an acoustic Gone Away.

One review focuses on Die Kreuzen’s final album, Cement (1991), praising its cohesive power and emotive range. It highlights the band’s evolution from hardcore to alternative textures, with tracks like Blue Song, Deep Space, Shine, Wish, Big Bad Days, Downtime, and the acoustic Gone Away. Butch Vig’s early golden-period touch is noted, as is Brian Egeness’s standout guitar (and piano) work. The review laments the band ending on such a high note.