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Glaring - Paralyzed/Schweben (remastered)

Glaring - Paralyzed/Schweben (remastered)


The musical output of Anna Nin alias GLARING remains high and so far the demands of fans have always been satisfied. With "Paralyzed/Schweben", two digital EPs from 2022 are now being released on vinyl and CD for the first time ...

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Calling All Astronauts - Pray For Your Soul

Calling All Astronauts - Pray For Your Soul
Calling All Astronauts continues to package activism against social injustice with electronic music on a new single, titled "Pray For Your Soul." 

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CZARINA - My Enemy (Rotoskop Remix)

CZARINA - My Enemy (Rotoskop Remix)
Antibody and Binary Division’s dark electro anthem "My Enemy," featuring the haunting vocals of celestial producer C Z A R I N A, takes on a striking new form in this moody remix by industrial artist Rotoskop.

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Wave Gotik Treffen 2025

Wave Gotik Treffen 2025
Friday and Saturday I spent partly at Agra, partly at Moritzbastei - two very different worlds, each offering something essential. The weather wasn’t exactly cooperating; skies brooding, rain sometimes whispering, sometimes shouting. But none of it mattered. The atmosphere was nothing short of electrifying. I had the chance not only to see some truly unforgettable performances but also to witness absolutely stunning crowds - people strolling through the streets of ...

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WGT EBM Warm-Up 2025

WGT EBM Warm-Up 2025
After a years-long break, my return to Wave-Gotik-Treffen began not with a gentle re-entry, but with a full-throttle immersion. This year, it all started on Thursday - earlier than ever- at the legendary WGT EBM Warm-Up. Hosted in the Felsenkeller, with its dual-stage layout and raw energy, the evening cracked the festival open with force, intellect, and a deeply satisfying dose of sonic chaos. Like riding a bike, returning to ...

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GEttNER – Wired to the Machine

GEttNER – Wired to the Machine
Released as a gift to his audience on his birthday, "Wired to the Machine" is a bold statement from multifaceted electronic artist GEttNER (Jacek Gettner). Known for his seamless fusion of Electro Industrial, Oldschool Dark Electro, Synthpop, EBM, Gothic, and Future EBM, this one-man project has cultivated a sound that balances retro flair with forward-looking ambition. The track opens with a compelling intro that immediately establishes a cinematic atmosphere - ...

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SABATON IN KRAKOW WITH THE LEGENDARY ORCHESTRA

SABATON IN KRAKOW WITH THE LEGENDARY ORCHESTRA
22 November 2025 Kraków, TAURON Arena Kraków, ul. Lema 7 Sabaton is one of the most beloved Swedish bands in Poland. Their soaring power/heavy metal, always infused with historical themes, continues to win hearts worldwide. This time, they return ...

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ULTIMA RATIO FEST 2024 RETURNS TO POLAND

ULTIMA RATIO FEST 2024 RETURNS TO POLAND
Dark Tranquillity, Soen, Equilibrium and Iotunn on one stage in Wrocław. The Ultima Ratio Fest tour cycle returns to Poland with an exceptional lineup. At A2 in Wrocław you will see: Dark Tranquillity – Swedish pioneers of melodic death metal, ...

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32nd Wave-Gotik-Treffen – Leipzig, Germany – 6-9 June 2025

32nd Wave-Gotik-Treffen – Leipzig, Germany – 6-9 June 2025
In an age of ephemeral digital connection, there is something deeply affirming—almost subversive—in the act of gathering. Once again, Leipzig will become a nexus for the global dark alternative community, as the 32nd edition of Wave-Gotik-Treffen unfolds from 6th to ...

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