Asmodi Bizarr emerged from the vibrant post-punk and new wave underground of 1980s Europe with their self-titled debut Sunsierra, released in 1986 on the Das Büro label. The band carved out a distinctive niche within the darker corners of new wave and goth rock, drawing inspiration from the theatrical and experimental impulses of their contemporary post-punk peers while maintaining a uniquely European sensibility.
Sunsierra showcases a compelling blend of moody atmospherics and angular rock instrumentation. The album opens with the propulsive Spin The Wheel before transitioning into the haunting Liebeslied, which demonstrates the band's affinity for melancholic, synth-driven compositions. The Bride and the brooding Memories further establish the album's introspective character, while Hush…Hush, Sweet Charlotte adds dramatic flourish typical of goth rock aesthetics. The standout instrumental passages and atmospheric production choices throughout demonstrate considerable studio craft.
This vinyl release presents the complete Sunsierra experience across four sides, including deeper cuts like Traumland, Grüne Augen, and Dorian that showcase the band's experimental range. The album remains essential for collectors seeking quality European post-punk and new wave from the mid-1980s underground.
