There"s not a big precedent for German bands succeeding in the United States, the "80s bombast-rock of the Scorpions notwithstanding. Rammstein, however, may be the macho men to get the job done, at least in a concert setting. Decidedly Teutonic and militant in sound and lyrics--they sing in German and their commanding semi-industrial metal is compelling--Rammstein garnered rock-radio airplay for the catchy sing-along "Du Hast," which translates here as "You Hate" and bears a striking musical resemblance to the Golden Earring tune "Twilight Zone." While Sehnsucht"s 11 songs are solid, it"s the live shows where everything gels. There, KISS pyrotechnics and disturbing NIN-like images, for example, complement Rammstein"s forceful music. Without the visual stimuli, Sehnsucht (which means "longing") is still a strong effort, but live is where the album"s Germanic gems really shine. --Katherine Turman