Reviews
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.
Mesh, “Automation Baby”
We revisit the 2013 album from the Bristol-based synthpop act with an ear towards figuring out why it never really clicked with us.
Blac Kolor, “Range”
The debut release from this German dark techno project draws upon multiple subgenres, holding everything together with claustrophobic and uneasy production.
In Conversation: Front Line Assembly, “Echogenetic”
The senior staff chews the fat regarding Front Line Assembly’s new album, which pulls out all the stops in combining their classic template with current sounds.
Syrian, “Death of a Sun”
The Italian futurepop act rewind their sound to the 80s for a fun summer synthpop workout.
The Legendary Pink Dots, “The Gethsemane Option”
The Legendary Pink Dots reemerge after a brief hiatus with an album that’s as cold, dark, and resolute as anything in recent memory from their fantastic encampment.
Mr.Kitty, “Life”
Young synthpop stylist Mr.Kitty delivers, distilling the essence of his simple but emotional aesthetic into a solid batch of tunes.
ESA, “Themes Of Carnal Empowerment Pt 2: Deceit”
The second of the British artist’s concept albums about the darker elements of the human sexual experience rewards investment and reflection from the committed listener.
Distorted Memory, “The Eternal Return”
Distorted Memory are back from their sojourn in occult territory, both informed by their travels and returning to their roots.
