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Fix8:Sed8 - " Dormicum" and "Humanophobia" - reissue

Fix8:Sed8, a project by Martin Sane, is set to release remastered versions of his early albums: "Dormicum" (May 2009) and "Humanophobia" (May 2006). The release of "Humanophobia" is particularly noteworthy as it documents Martin’s 2003 trip to Cambodia. This album includes ...

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"Under a Timeless Spell" - A Dream Realized: Diary of Dreams Collaborates with Leipzig Philharmonic

Adrian Hates, the visionary behind Diary of Dreams, has achieved a lifelong dream with the release of "Under a Timeless Spell." For over three decades, Diary of Dreams has captivated audiences with their distinctive sound. Now, after 35 years, the ...

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Decadent Fun Club - OKO

The album "OKO" is dedicated to all those who are "on the way to themselves". 10 tracks, arranged in a non-random order, are a journey through the meanders of various, sometimes extreme feelings and emotions. The symbol on the ...

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Black Dahlia - Bodyguard

A musical epiphany struck this Monday, introducing a true revelation in the form of Black Dahlia's debut single, "Bodyguard," which was out on April 14. This track is nothing short of a knockout, masterfully weaving together a tapestry of art rock, avant-garde, and synth-pop. The vocals are a centerpiece, characterized by their capricious intensity and deep resonance, moving listeners profoundly and evoking a visceral reaction that sends chills down the ...

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Empusae - Onus

The most recent project by Empusae called "Onus" is a collaborative effort with Peter Bjärgö. This album is noted to be the second time these two artists have worked together, following their critically acclaimed album "Proslambanomenos." However, "Onus" represents a role reversal from their prior work; this time, it's Peter Bjärgö who contributes his voice and additional sounds to compositions by Nicolas Van Meirhaeghe of Empusae. The album is described ...

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The KVB - Tremors

Formed in 2010 by Nicholas Wood, The KVB blend reverb-soaked shoegaze with minimalist electronic production, evolving their sound over the 2010s. Joined by Kat Day in 2011, their debut album "Always Then" in 2012 marked the beginning of a journey characterized by brittle beats and sonic blasts. With releases like "Immaterial Visions" and "Of Desire," they explored experimental electronic realms. "Only Now Forever" in 2018 showcased a freer approach, while ...

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Aesthetic Perfection - monochrome (Music reviews)
Czarina - Exoskeleto (Music reviews)
End of Transmission – Resist (Music reviews)
Actors- In Real Life (Music reviews)
Kalte Nacht - The Last Breath (Music reviews)

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E-Only Festival – 15-16.03.2024

In less than 2 weeks we will meet in Leipzig for the 13th edition of Eonly Festival Place of action: Altes Stadtbad Leipzig, Eutritzscher Straße 21, 04105 Leipzig, Germany Tickets: https://www.ncn-shop.de/eonly/ Friday: EUR 25 Saturday: EUR 65 Ticket: EUR 65 ...

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ELEKTROANSCHLAG 2024.

On April 5-6, 2024, in Altenburg, Germany, the next edition of ELEKTROANSCHLAG will take place. Tickets priced at 65 EUR (2 days) can be purchased through the website: https://www.elektroanschlag.de/ Venue: Altenburger Brauerei Brauereistraße 20, 04600 Altenburg, Deutschland FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/227147846457890/ ...

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SWANS Special Guest: Maria W Horn - Wrocław, Zaklęte Rewiry

After an incredibly intense year of concerts in 2023, Swans show no signs of slowing down, and those who missed Michael Gira's recent performances with the band on the brink of winter will have two opportunities to change that. The ...

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XIX. Prague Gothic Treffen (Events)
Eonly Festival 13 (Events)
NCN 16 - Nocturnal Culture Night Festival (Events)
Amphi Festival 2023 line up is now complete (Events)
OMD HEADLINING THE AMPHI FESTIVAL 2023 + COVENANT, QNTAL & OBERER TOTPUNKT CONFIRMED! (Events)

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Recent publishing

2024-03-05

Gothminister
Pandemonium II - The Battle Of The Underworlds
(CD)
2024-02-16

Lord Of The Lost
Swan Songs - 10th Anniversary
(2CD)
2024-02-02

Ulver
Grieghallen 20180528 Live
(CD)
2024-01-05

L'Âme Immortelle
Ungelebte Leben
(CD)
2023-12-08

Lacrimosa
Nachts
(2CD)
2023-11-01

Nachtmahr
Luzifer
(Single)
2023-05-25

Suicide Commando
God Of Destruction
(EP)
2023-05-12

Lord Of The Lost
Blood & Glitter
(CD)
2023-04-28

Centhron
Einheit C
(CD)
2023-03-24

Depeche Mode
Memento Mori
(CD)
2023-03-10

Delerium
Signs
(CD)
2023-03-03

Clan of Xymox
Spider On The Wall
(2CD)
2023-02-24

Diary Of Dreams
Melancholin
(CD)
2023-02-15

dISHARMONY
Cloned III
(CD, Limited Edition)

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