The German band Erdmöbel was one of my phases. This band from Cologne (via Münster) has been around since the mid-1990s, and has evolved significantly over that time in both style and substance. Their current style, as demonstrated in Das Leben ist schön, has strong hints of Elvis Costello - with its raspy vocals, layered melodies, and sometimes surprising instrumentation. In this particular case, though, the lyrics are much more optimistic and upbeat than Costello could ever manage.
While I have moved on to new phases, Erdmöbel always has a place in my iPod for times when I want music that makes me feel good.
