"Killer Instincts" is a captivating compilation album featuring Sarah Maria Sun & The Gurks, released on May 8, 2020, under Mode Records. This unique collection spans a variety of genres, with a distinctive champeta influence, and showcases a blend of theatrical and contemporary musical styles.
The album is a testament to the artistic prowess of Sarah Maria Sun and her collaborators, featuring arrangements by M. Renne and S. M. Sun. It includes a diverse range of tracks, from Broadway show tunes like "Glitter and Be Gay" from "Candide" and "The Ladies Who Lunch" from "Company," to politically charged songs like "Political Science (Let's Drop the Big One)" and "Hitler." The album also features a mix of original compositions and covers, such as the classic "I Put a Spell on You."
With a runtime of 54 minutes, "Killer Instincts" offers a rich and eclectic listening experience. The album's standout tracks, such as "Life's Been Good" and "Just the Right Bullets," highlight the dynamic range and versatility of Sarah Maria Sun & The Gurks. Whether you're a fan of theatrical music, champeta, or simply great music, this album is sure to impress.
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Tracks
Lucky Day Overture (From "The Black Rider") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Jan Philip Schulze, Bernd Oezsevim, Axel Nitz, Hubert Steiner
Justice (From "O Lucky Man!") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner, Jan Philip Schulze, Bernd Oezsevim
When You're Good to Mama (From "Chicago") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Jan Philip Schulze, Hubert Steiner, Axel Nitz, Bernd Oezsevim
Lied des Lotterieagenten (Was Zahlen Sie?) [From "Der Silbersee"] [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Jan Philip Schulze, Max Renne, Hubert Steiner, Bernd Oezsevim
Political Science (Let's Drop the Big One) [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Jan Philip Schulze, Hubert Steiner, Bernd Oezsevim
Hitler (Arr. M. Renne)Sarah Maria Sun, Jan Philip Schulze
I Put a Spell on You (Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun)Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner, Jan Philip Schulze, Bernd Oezsevim
I Don't Understand the Poor (From "A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Jan Philip Schulze, Bernd Oezsevim
Just the Right Bullets (From "The Black Rider") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner, Jan Philip Schulze, Max Renne, Axel Nitz, Bernd Oezsevim
There's a Law About Men (From "Trouble in Tahiti") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks
Life's Been Good (Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun)Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner
Glitter and Be Gay (From "Candide") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner
A Little Brains, a Little Talent (From "Damn Yankees") [Arr. M. Renne]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner, Jan Philip Schulze, Axel Nitz, Bernd Oezsevim
The Ladies Who Lunch (From "Company") [Arr. M. Renne & S. M. Sun]Sarah Maria Sun, The Gurks, Hubert Steiner, Bernd Oezsevim
Abschied von der Erde, D. 829 (Arr. M. Renne)Sarah Maria Sun, Jan Philip Schulze
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