Reviews
Replicas: iVardensphere, “Scatterface v3”
In this edition of Replicas, we revisit the comparatively recent debut album from Edmonton’s monsters of modular, iVardensphere.
The Unquiet Grave: Goth Box
The Unquiet Grave traipses through classic videos from Alien Sex Fiend, The Wake, Christian Death, Usherhouse, and more!
Blutengel, “Monument”
Alex dives into the latest by the German vampires, and questions their exact role within the borders of Our Thing.
End To End: Apoptygma Berzerk, “Major Tom”
We run through El-Grotho’s latest single: a cover so suited to Apop’s aesthetic we can’t believe it didn’t happen ’til now.
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.
