What they say: Overall, I’d say this compilation is a good entry point for people who haven’t listened to the group’s small but solid output already. If you’re looking for something with a few more dynamics or less linear songwriting then I’d suggest more modern post-punk groups. Xmal Deuschtland crawled in their trench coats, massive stomper boots and eyeliner so acts like Protomartyr and The Murder Capital could run! - Silent Radio

What we say: The tight geometric rhythms, blasts of angular guitar, plodding bass, and shouted lyrics of Schwarze Welt and Incubus Succubus say everything you need to know about Xmal Deutschland. Collecting together the earliest singles and EPs from Hamburg's female-led postpunk outfit during their German ZickZack label years before they opened for Cocteau Twins in the UK and were subsequently signed to 4AD, this collection is the excoriating real deal. - Jefferson