Reviews
Observer: Nite & XLV
Thoughts on new EPs by Nite and XLV.
Normal Bias, “Kingdom Come”
The debut from the funky body music duo turns their sound towards classy electropop.
Leæther Strip, “All Hallow’s Eve”
Leæther Strip’s latest collection of covers touches upon some of Claus Larsen’s formative influences but also links to his current original material.
Observer: Rue Oberkampf & Crystal Geometry
Thoughts on new EPs from Rue Oberkampf and Crystal Geometry.
Webdriver Torso, “End.”
LA’s Webdriver Torso return with a lo-fi mix of industrial metal and mutant programming after an extended hiatus.
Hallowed Hearts, “Masquerade”
NYC goth rock duo Hallowed Hearts make the most of their songwriting and performance skills on their new LP.
Observer: Die Sexual & Yeun Elez
Thoughts on new releases by Die Sexual and Yeun Elez.
genCAB, “III I II (Third Eye Gemini)”
The prolific electro-industrial act revisits some older material through the lens of its complex, modern sensibility.
Mala Herba, “Wounded Healer”
A collection of collaborative tracks finds Mala Herba’s vocal and compositional experimentation delving deeper into myth and folk wisdom.
Michael Idehall, “Apokryphos”
Another unsettling missive from Michael Idehall links his harrowing vocal control to moody and mutating industrial and ambient soundscapes.
Dark Chisme, self-titled
The Seattle darkwave duo bring the considerable power and charm of their live show to their debut release.
Observer: Einhänder & Sleek Teeth
Thoughts on new EPs from Einhänder (Chrome Corps) and Sleek Teeth.
