AUA
PAINKILLER NO.1

With their third studio album "Painkiller No. 1", the duo AUA completes a fascinating trilogy that impressively demonstrates the development of their unique sound and artistic vision. After the introspective depth of "The Damaged Organ" (2022) and the explosive energy of their debut "I Don't Want It Darker" (2020), multiinstrumentalists Fabian Bremer and Henrik Eichmann once again demonstrate their dynamic creativity and the power of their long standing collaboration. A neo-kraut, neo-psychedelic, alternative rock masterpiece. "Painkiller No. 1", like its predecessors, was created in a tried and tested mix of home studios and a secluded vacation cabin, where the duo could work out their ideas in peace. The result is a complex mosaic of sounds, characterized by diverse musical elements and a sophisticated song structure. The album remains true to the band's ambition to constantly evolve and explore new worlds of sound. Working with mixing and mastering engineer Magnus Wichmann, the production of "Painkiller No. 1" achieves a new level of clarity and precision without losing the band's characteristic raw sound. This balance of polished production and grippy texture gives the album a distinctive atmosphere that is both accessible and profound. "Painkiller No. 1" is not only a testament to AUA's versatility and artistic growth, but also to the strength of their musical friendship.