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Cathedral In Flames - Count to Nine

The Prague-based gothic rock band Cathedral In Flames has released their third album "Count to Nine", offering a blend of dark and gothic influences. Known for their fusion of traditional gothic rock with a "cowboy" flair, the band delves into contemporary psychological ...

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Jesus On Extasy new single - Days Gone By

After a prolonged hiatus, German industrial rock band Jesus On Extasy (JoE) has released their new single, "Days Gone By", via Metropolis Records. This new track signals the band’s rebirth and a fresh chapter for the group, now led by founding member Dorian Deveraux.

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C-Lekktor - 2.0

C-Lekktor, a leading name in the dark elektro scene alongside Hocico, Rabia Sorda, and Amduscia, celebrates its 20 years anniversary. Markko B. has now released a special "2.0" double-CD deluxe digipak on Alfa Matrix.

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Alles - NOW

"NOW", the latest album from the Łódź-based duo Alles, strikes a chord with its blend of cold-wave, electronic beats, and dark humor, offering a sardonic take on the chaos of contemporary life. Formed in 2014, the band, composed of Paweł Strzelec and Marcin Regucki, has made a name for itself with a distinctive sound that balances minimalist electronic elements with sharp, socio-political commentary. Known for their dynamic performances at festivals ...

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Agonised Too - Autumn Leaves

Agonised Too’s latest single, "Autumn Leaves," perfectly captures the bittersweet essence of the season. The track is a melancholic yet dynamic blend of synth-pop, energizing electronics, and expressive vocals, showcasing the band's knack for weaving sadness into melody with an almost effortless grace. The duo, Bartosz Hervy and Rafał Tomaszczuk, have once again succeeded in crafting a song that’s both emotionally stirring and irresistibly danceable. From the very first notes, ...

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Aesthetic Perfection - Self Inflicted

Aesthetic Perfection's new track, "Self-Inflicted", is a haunting and visceral dive into the darker aspects of self-destruction and personal torment. Daniel Graves has long been known for his ability to merge harsh industrial soundscapes with deeply introspective lyrics, and this song is no exception. The video adds a layer of visual metaphor, showing Graves bound and blindfolded in a claustrophobic room, a single hanging bulb casting shadows. The imagery evokes ...

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NECRØ - Our Exile (Music reviews)
Hørd - Spiders (Music reviews)
Pharmakon- Maggot Mass (Music reviews)
TO AVOID - All Gods Are Gone (Music reviews)
POTOCHKINE - BI (Music reviews)

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XXIII Wrocław Industrial Festival

We are pleased to announce the XXIII Wrocław Industrial Festival, an event that promises to be a truly unique experience for lovers of industrial and experimental music. This year's edition will be a journey into the dark and intricate realms ...

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Fourscher 2024

Get ready for Fourscher 2024 – the ultimate electronic and industrial music experience! Join us on November 2-3 at Club From Hell in Erfurt for an unforgettable two-day event that will shake your senses with powerful beats and dark, immersive ...

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Lolita Terrorist Sounds / Kiddy City European Tour

Berlin’s avant-garde industrial band Lolita Terrorist Sounds has unveiled a new collaborative art-video with Berlin Wall artist Kiddy Citny. The collaboration, an art-video for the track "Living-in-glory", merges Citny’s live painting performance with the experimental sound of the band.

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KITE (SWE) + HENRIC DE LA COUR (SWE) + BOKKA (PL) - Praha (Events)
NCN 17 - Nocturnal Culture Night Festival (Events)
XIX. Prague Gothic Treffen (Events)
Duff McKagan - "LIGHTHOUSE '24 TOUR (Events)
E-Only Festival – 15-16.03.2024 (Events)

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Recent publishing

2024-10-20

Corpus Delicti
From Dust To Light
(CD, Digital album,2xVinyl Ltd.)
2024-10-04

Ultra Sunn
Stories
(Digital Track)
2024-10-04

Jesus On Extasy
Days Gone By
(CDS download)
2024-09-22

The Last Hour
It Is the Hour (Part 2)
(CD Digital album)
2024-09-22

The Last Hour
It Is the Hour (Part 1)
(CD Digital album)
2024-09-20

Haujobb
The Machine in the Ghost
(CD)
2024-09-16

Leaether Strip
Broken Stairs
(CDS download)
2024-09-13

The Beauty Of Gemina
Songs Of Homecoming
(CD Digital album)
2024-09-13

Aesthetic Perfection
Bad Vibes
(Digital Track)
2024-09-06

C-Lekktor
2.0.
(2CD Deluxe, Digital album)
2024-09-06

Ultra Sunn
Keep Your Eyes Peeled: The 3 EPs
(CD, Digital album)
2024-09-06

Ad:Key
0609
(2CD, Digital album)
2024-08-30

IAMX
Fault Lines²
(CD, Digital album)
2024-08-30

Freakangel
Serenity To The Stars, Beauty To The Broken
(CD Digital album)

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