Reviews
Controlled Collapse, “Babel”
The Polish electro-industrial outfit trades in solid, easy to enjoy tunes on their third LP.
The Pitch: Venetian Snares, “Doll Doll Doll”
Alex tries to convince Bruce of the merits of one of breakcore’s most respected releases.
Winter Severity Index, “Survival Rate”
Italian post-punk band Winter Severity Index take a darker turn on their second EP.
Autoclav1.1, “Portents Call”
The latest from the industrial-tinged IDM act expands on a few recent ideas.
Individual Totem, “Kyria 13”
The German electro-industrial duo return from hiatus with a high-concept science fiction record that’s both immediate and rhapsodic.
Noblesse Oblige, “Affair of the Heart”
The Berlin-based electro duo return with a less decadent album that is still in possession of some continental charm.
Zinovia, “The Gift Of Affliction”
The debut record from Greek IDM/neo-classical composer Zinovia creates a rich space for reflection and daydreaming alike.
Nexus Kenosis, “Further”
The weird EBM project from Henrik Björkk of Pouppée Fabrikk gets a whole lot weirder on this collaborative EP, featuring internet superstar Labanna Babalon.
Funker Vogt, “Companion In Crime”
Checking in with Funker Vogt, the German military EBM stalwarts are found lacking even in the cheap thrills which used to be their stock and trade.
Aliceffekt, “Dei Dain”
The new album from Montreal rhythmic noise producer Devine Lu Linvega acts as a solid example of his strengths as an artist.
Gheists, “Age”
The producer behind Mangadrive plays with some darker, slower styles but doesn’t forfeit his attention to detail or bombastic sensibility.
Rhombus, “Here Be Dragons”
Goth rock veterans Rhombus develop a case of wanderlust on a melodic and adventurous release.
