Reviews
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.
Rhys Fulber, “Ostalgia”
The new album from the renowned producer and programmer contains multitudes in its finer details.
Kontravoid, “Too Deep”
The second LP from Kontravoid capitalizes on the project’s move towards stricter EBM sounds but retains no small amount of melody and character.
