Reviews
Observer: Unconscious & Downwell
Thoughts on two new techno-EBM releases from Unconscious and Downwell.
Azar Swan, “The Hissing of a Paper Crane”
Azar Swan take their creative arc to its logical conclusion on their harsh new LP.
Distortion Six, “Norze”
The classic power noise formula is taken up by Distortion Six on their new Nordic-themed LP.
Observer: Nuovo Testamento & Necromancer’s Union
Short form reviews of new releases by Nuovo Testamento and The Necromancer’s Union (Glass Apple Bonzai).
Motor!k, self-titled
Dirk Ivens and bandmates make straightahead krautrock on Motor!k’s debut LP.
Worms Of The Earth, “Netjer”
Worms Of The Earth continue their exploration of ancient underworlds while pushing ritual industrial into lusher soundscapes.
Secret Shame, “Dark Synthetics”
Energetic and well-executed goth rock is the order of the day on the debut LP from the North Carolina band.
Null Device, “Line Of Sight”
Null Device square style and substance with a varied but heartfelt record of excellent electronic pop.
Observer: Figure Section & Madrelarva
Short form reviews of new releases from Figure Section and Madrelarva.
Bedless Bones, “Sublime Malaise”
The debut LP from the Estonian darkwave project is cool and expressive in equal measures.
Replicas: The Force Dimension, self-titled
Dutch EBM old-schoolers The Force Dimension’s debut receives an anniversary cassette reissue.
Observer: Natura EST & Kangarot
Capsule reviews of new releases from Natura EST (autoclav 1.1 & xotox) and Kangarot.
