H-Blockx is an alternative rock band that emerged from Münster, Germany in 1991. Their musical style is a powerful blend of hard rock, hip-hop, and funk, a fusion they've famously dubbed "crossover." After creating waves in the European rock scene with their debut album "Time To Move" in 1994, the band scored a hit with their energetic single "Risin' High". Bursting onto the scene with a raw and dynamic edge, they rapidly carved out a niche within the alternative rock community, blending aggressive guitar riffs with groove-laden funk and sharp rap-metal elements.

Through subsequent releases like "Discover My Soul" (1996) and their live album simply titled "Live," H-Blockx solidified their presence in the rock domain with their searing live performances and anthemic tracks. Later works, including "No Excuses" (2004) and "Open Letter To A Friend" (2007), showcase the evolution of their sound, balancing the intensity of their early music with melodic and reflective undertones. The band's commitment to their craft and their ability to adapt while retaining their core identity is further epitomized in their later albums "Hi Hello" (2012) and "HBLX" (2012), demonstrating a maturity in songwriting alongside their characteristic vigor. H-Blockx continues to be celebrated for their energetic music and their influential role in the development of the crossover genre throughout the 1990s and early 2000s.

Genres

German Alternative Rock

German Rock

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Latest Release

HBLX

H-Blockx

Album - 11 Tracks - Released May 25, 2012