Reviews
Binary Park, “Life on Lines”
The third album from Binary Park redresses the balance between their production and songwriting.
Nordvargr, “Metempsychosis”
A rhythmically-driven release from death industrial legend Nordvargr amps up the meanness.
Wire Spine, “Bury Me Here”
Wire Spine’s debut takes an even-keeled approach to synth-punk wooziness.
HIDE, “Castration Anxiety”
The debut LP from industrial duo HIDE trades in anxiety and raw emotion.
Observer: Paul Mørk & Coldgeist
EPs from Paul Mørk and Coldgeist throw new light on the industrial-techno nexus.
Replicas: Neuroticfish, “Les Chansons Neurotiques (Remastered)”
Neuroticfish’s definitive futurepop album has aged remarkably well, as evidence by the new digital remaster.
Vore Aurora, “Eidolon”
Vore Aurora offer a forceful and distinct brand of darkwave which feels fully formed on their debut.
Observer: Nausea & Viktor Kalima
EPs from Nausea and Viktor Kalima are considered in this week’s Observer.
Ritualz, “Doom”
Ritualz returns with an unexpected fusion of witch house and darkwave sounds.
ESA, “That Beast”
The new album from Jamie Blacker’s ESA is more ferocious and also more thoughtful than ever before.
Actors, “It Will Come To You”
Vancouver post-punk modernists Actors showcase their myriad strengths on their debut LP.
VOWWS, “Under the World”
Australian dark rock duo go smooth and steady on their sophomore LP.
