Christian Kiefer - Czar Nicholas Is Dead (2006)

Christian Kiefer's fifth album departs from his usual Americana style, focusing instead on the atmosphere of Russian history during the revolutionary period. This predominantly instrumental work, combining acoustic guitar, strings, and electronics, is characterized by a somber mood and rising tension. Sonically, the record aligns more with ambient music featuring folk influences rather than traditional instrumental folk. Notable highlights include the track "Dubinushka," which simulates a field recording, and the melancholic vocal composition "Troika."

Tracklist:
1-1 Christian Kiefer - Yurovsky's Lament [4:48]
1-2 Christian Kiefer - Koptyaki Road, Night [6:55]
1-3 Christian Kiefer - 15 Degrees [5:23]
1-4 Christian Kiefer - Kalmykov (Poppies) [4:10]
1-5 Christian Kiefer - On Suffering Grief [2:28]
1-6 Christian Kiefer - July 21: Ipatiev Returns Home [4:51]
1-7 Christian Kiefer - Dubinushka [3:25]
1-8 Christian Kiefer - The Firing Squad [5:19]
1-9 Christian Kiefer - The Politburo Dreams of the Urals [4:57]
1-10 Christian Kiefer - Troika [6:46]