Rammstein on Fire: New Perspectives on the Music and Performances - Softcover

This volume contains 13 original essays exploring Rammstein's stage performance and recorded works from multiple academic perspectives. Topics range from Rammstein's connection with 19th century German literature and their East German heritage to cannibalism and the supernatural. The panoramic view of approaches to Rammstein's music and performance goes beneath the surface and provides fan and scholar alike with a deeper appreciation for the band, paving the way for further studies in the field of Rammstein-ology.

John T. Littlejohn is Lecturer of German at Coastal Carolina University. His primary research focus is German music and popular culture in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, though he has published on such diverse topics as American detective fiction and international cinema. He lives in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA. Michael T. Putnam is assistant professor of German & Linguistics at The Pennsylvania State University. In addition to his work in theoretical linguistics and cognitive science, his previous work in sociolinguistics and ethnomusicology have explored the connection between modern German society and contemporary German-speaking groups. His previous publications in this area have appeared in various venues such as Popular Music and Society. He lives in State College, Pennsylvania, USA.