Reviews
Observer: Fractured Transmission & Oil Thief
Moody noise from Fractured Transmission and Oil Thief.
New Fabrik, “First Hammer”
Sharp and economical throwback EBM from Chile’s New Fabrik.
Cyanotic, “The Trigger Effect”
Cyanotic’s new record maintains the trajectory of their efficient industrial-rock sound.
Observer: Witch Root & Luminance
Capsules write-ups of new releases from Witch Root, and Luminance.
Penelope’s Fiancé, “Psychopompos”
Rhythmic abundance and variety gives a new spin on martial and ritual industrial on Penelope’s Fiancé’s new LP.
Spit Mask, “You May Feel Some Pressure”
Spit Mask’s new LP is meaner and more potent in terms of sonics and thematics than ever before.
Numb, “Mortal Geometry”
Numb’s return after more than twenty years isn’t flashy, but does recall what established the Vancouver electro-industrial legends in the first place.
KANGA, “Eternal Daughter”
KANGA’s new EP showcases her continued growth as producer and performer.
Night Sins, “Portrait In Silver”
Night Sins’ abrupt shift from goth rock to synthpop stalls.
Analfabetism, “Sjön Där Hon Dränkte Sina Djur”
Sweden’s Analfabetism wanders into the mythological but retains their unyielding depressive industrial sound.
Wingtips, “Exposure Therapy”
Wingtips’ debut LP is a buoyant collection of easy to enjoy darkwave tunes perfectly suited for the end of summer.
Observer: Mascarpone & Saigon Blue Rain
Short form reviews of new records by Mascarpone and Saigon Blue Rain.
