Einsamkunst is a German electronic duo made up of Darren Häusler (who goes by Zëro) and Katrin Vogel (Norma). They put out their first album Depressiven in 2009, followed by Einsam in 2012 and Kunst in 2016. Their sound mixes electronic, ambient, and industrial elements, with lyrics in German and English that often deal with isolation and depression.
Songs like Lacrimosa and Depressiven show their style: dark, atmospheric tracks built around haunting synths and ethereal vocals. Some critics have said their work glorifies depression, but the duo has argued it offers a cathartic outlet for people dealing with those feelings.
Einsamkunst keeps a fairly low profile online, which has led to some speculation among fans about their identities or whether there's a larger artistic project behind the music. They haven't made much effort to clear that up, letting the records speak for themselves.
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