Reviews
The Break Up, “Synthesis”
The electropop group trade on strong songwriting on their charming debut for Metropolis.
End To End – Unit:187, “Transfusion”
A solid roster of remixers take Unit:187’s 2010 Out For Blood LP for a spin.
Everything Goes Cold, “The Tyrant Sun” EP
The Californian outfit takes a darker turn on their new EP of originals and remixes.
199X: Waste of Ammo
Our ongoing look at various corners of the 90s industrial scene continues with a new mini-mix.
The Frozen Autumn, “Chirality”
Longtime darkwave outfit lands on North American shores with a strong and direct album.
Agent Side Grinder, “Hardware”
The Swedish group continue their exploration of the middle ground between post-punk, industrial and minimal wave on their third, and most refined album.
Underwater Pilots, “Endless”
After a lengthy hiatus, the German duo return with a well-sculpted listen which impresses with craft and subtlety rather than flash.
Myths, “Myths”
Vancouver’s Myths draw from a deep well of theatrical and confrontational synth music on their noisy debut.
Volt 9000, “Atomica”
Wearing ohGr’s influence on its sleeve, Toronto’s Volt 9000 turn out a fun and crackling record of retro synth indulgence.
The Pitch: Mentallo And The Fixer’s “Enlightenment…”
Bruce tries to sell Alex on Mentallo & the Fixer’s 2007 comeback record in the second installment of our new feature.
End To End: Septic X
The latest installment in Dependent’s famous Septic series aptly maintains its reputation for strong, varied releases which point listeners in new directions.
Spark!, “Hela Din Värld”
The new album from the Swedish EBM duo nods to the old school even as it leaves it behind.