Reviews
Rhys Fulber, “Collapsing Empires”
Rhys Fulber’s latest doubles down on dark techno and minimalist ambiance.
Sacred Skin, “The Decline of Pleasure”
The Los Angeles new wave duo have songs to back up their distinctly retro stylings on their debut LP.
Paradox Obscur, “Morphogenesis”
Greek duo bring their specific take on classic synth music on their new LP.
X Marks The Pedwalk, “New / End”
A sleek and elegant new record of melodic electro shows off X Marks The Pedwalk’s sense of self-curation.
In The Nursery, “Humberstone”
In The Nursery voyage through their own family archives, and bring some rediscovered post-punk energy to their masterful orchestral talents.
Majestoluxe, “Dry, Cold & Free”
Majestoluxe keep old school EBM a little weird and gritty on their third LP.
Venom Vampires, “Luxury in Deceit”
Venom Vampires charm with rough and ready old style new beat and EBM.
Crystal Geometry, “I Stare Into Darkness”
The third record in as many years from Crystal Geometry underscores Maxime Fabre’s talents at working metal elements into TBM production.
Observer: SDH & Starving Insect
Thoughts on new EPs from SDH and Starving Insect.
My Love Kills, “To A New World Of Gods And Monsters”
Solid melodies and canny electro-industrial instincts make for a breakthrough record from My Love Kills.
The Present Moment, “Enough to Drive You Mad”
The Present Moment’s 5th LP is their most mature and accomplished collection of songs.
Observer: Devoted Cleric & Richard Haig
Capsule reviews of releases by Devoted Cleric and Richard Haig.