In the four years that have gone by, something cold, alien and deadly has been frantically cutting through the fabric of reality.

As the night grows ever darker a brutal, systematic rhythm can be heard coming from a distance.
A sound of metallic heels colliding against black basalt stones, the hissing of a blade gleaming wildly through the shadows, a low, regular rumble that amplifies the vast darkness that surrounds us.

The Crucifix ‘Psychopunk 2165’ is out now on Bandcamp and Spotify.

Pure Acid Hell by Grimbeard

Grimbeard ‘Pure Acid Hell’ is out now via Bandcamp and Spotify

Vengeance III by Starfounder

Favorite tracks : Purgatory, Gray Man

Starfounder is out now via Bandcamp.

What lies behind the Iron Maiden like artwork is a fiery full throttle marathon of dark rave songs drenched in horror and Italian giallo slasher influence. There are two cuts that stand out. #6- Blood God and #7Demonic Incantation. Demonic Incantations specifically, is in my opinion, best described as Breakbeats from Hell.

If you are looking for bombastic, hype, tracks for your dancefloor dj sets or industrial anthems for your crime spree, this is the album for you.

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Stay classy, stay out of the sun and keep your finger on that REWIND button.

‘Resurgence’ marks a triumphant return to the producers’ trademark blend of Epic video-game inspired EDM and Darkwave, with three heavy-hitting, overdriven bangers to supercharge your gaming playlist.

Lyde ‘Resurgence’ is out now via Bandcamp and other streaming platforms

The EP sets off with a violent, crashing groove set against pulsating sirens, immediately pulling you into the producers’ cavernous, claustrophobic world on ‘See Me now’ and ‘Trust’. Chaos and violence recede and the ambience swells into a thick, slightly suffocating fog on ‘All or Nothing’, your racing heartrate hitting every backbeat as you catch your breath in time for the punished reprise that is  ‘Control’. Finally, the record closes on an epic downtempo track that will leave you scarred with images of utter desolation and ruin.

See Me Now is not a record for the faint-hearted and leaves little room for cute, twinkly synth sounds. Clocking just under the 20-minute mark, the EP will keep your senses locked in. For those fueled by the occasional lycanthropic urge to feel boiling blood shooting through their veins, Sierra’s See Me Now is the be-all and end-all fix you need.

Sierra ‘See Me Now’  is out on all streaming platforms

Every hit lands square on target with devastating results and the fuzzy basslines are finetuned to raise hairs throughout the album’s 11 tracks. Cyberpunks best not miss on this top-shelf release by darksynth’s newest recruit lest they want to miss some of the season’s heaviest singles.

Be sure to grab a digital download of the album, as it comes with a pdf and audiobook of the album’s story.

Favorite tracks : The Fear (feat.Magnavolt), Back to Sleep Again (feat. King Protea), Highrider (feat.DreamReaper)

Starfarer ‘The Dark’ is out now on Bandcamp and Spotify.

“Summer 89” comes ahead of ORAX’s next album, “LOVE KILLS THE DEMON,” set to debut via NRW sometime this summer. If this single is anything to go by, we’re in for quite a treat. The production value here seems to have increased a bit, and the album may have more of a focus on upbeat tracks ready to cut the rug – but it’s too soon to tell from just one single. We’re also wondering if the new album will contain any vocals.

“Summer ’89” itself is an uptempo chugging synth piece with kicks suited for the dancefloor. It starts off with a signature ORAX crunchy floating bassline before introducing some almost 90’s styled stabs similar to something you might have heard in the original Mortal Kombat movie before someone’s head got ripped off. Finally, in true ORAX fashion, it’s rounded off with some sick guitar licks and a nostalgic synth lead that makes our ears water for more!

Also… is that spaceship in the single’s cover? What’s up with that?!

Check out the “Summer ’89” single ASAP, you won’t be disappointed – and keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming album “LOVE KILLS THE DEMON” releasing sometime this summer on NRW!

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Aside from their musical output, Technophobia also operate their own nonprofit label Working Order Records, self-releasing albums and hosting benefit shows for local charities.

Some of Us Are Looking at the Stars LP by TECHNOPHOBIA

“We are working to bridge the gap between musician ideology and social impact. Our operating model aligns with our belief that music is inextricably linked with the potential for positive change. WOR facilitates fundraising/advocacy campaigns on behalf of different community-based charitable organizations. We partner with musical artists to leverage their music and popularity to advocate and fundraise on behalf of one of our partner charities. Each campaign we launch is unique in that it is always with a different charity and with various musicians. The Working Order Records mantra is Music -Vinyl – Impact -Change.”

Favorite Tracks : Follow Me Down, Tied up in You, Dear Reader

This marks Meteor’s second album and third release this year, having released his last album System Failure last May and having collaborated on the Cyborg : Deadly Machine Soundtrack alongside Fixions.

Cyborg : Deadly Machine (Movie Soundtrack) by Meteor / Fixions / Kid Zan / Magic DanceBe sure to check out Meteor on Bandcamp and Facebook for the latest music and updates.

‘Songs of Love & Death’ – The March 2020 E.P. features  Chaka playing all instruments and vocals (except on track #1 featuring Lady Red Ray on backing vocals) and crafting four very dark, introspective and synth riddled tracks.

I asked Chaka what inspired this album, Ghost Decibels he answered:

This record was inspired by my need to hear some new exciting music that has some emotional content combined with some excitement.

The first track opens up a soft series of tones that lull into comfort before the bass drops and all those familiar feelings of darkness and smokey emotions rush in the moment Chka’s voice speaks his first lines. The vocals are impressive and mixed very well against the driving production with a very new romantic delivery that reminds me of the 80’s bands: DAYS OF SORROW, THE WILD FLOWERS, SKINNY PUPPY, B MOVIE and, dare I say, a hint of George Lamont and Noel. Truly a fantastic opener to start any project with.

‘Celebrate’, the second track, follows after with a very Kraftwerk influenced vibe that carries a slight hint of that NY Freestyle element. Sue me, I can hear a subtle 80’s freestyle vibe on this track.

When asked what were his influences on this project, Chaka replied:

Bands that inspired my were YAZ, Pet Shop Boys, Human League, Joy Division, etc.

All those bands are some of my favorites growing up and essential for anyone looking to get into avant-garde music.

The third track, ‘Get Involved’ is the experimental delight of the album. Feeeling very Vince Clark with lyrics that resonate and permeate the disjointed rhythms .

The final track is ‘Giza Beach’ wtih distorted guitars and hi-claps descending into electro-synth boom baps; this is probably the song I will dedicate to my girlfriend ASAP. Truly dark imagery and isolating imagery highlighted by organs in the distant background. It’s the Candyman slowdance we’ve all danced in our heads when remembering someone, something or someplace. The guitars carry you out and close the E.P. with an abruptness that begs you to want more. more. more.

I recommend this album for anyone in the New Retro or Vapor scene that’s looking for something a lil more left of center and fleshed out than the revolving door of New retro and synth producers saturating the scene. It’s worth your listening ears intrigue and more than worth your dollar.

Go listen to SONGS OF LOVE & DEATH @https://wardancerecords.bandcamp.com/track/something-to-live-for

Until Next week, keep it cool and in house and your fingers on that rewind button.