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Mari Kattman - Year of the Katt

Mari Kattman - Year of the Katt
Electronic vocalist and producer Mari Kattman will release her third solo album, "Year of the Katt," on June 20, 2025, via Metropolis Records.

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La Machine - Control Total

La Machine - Control Total
LA MACHINE is a collaboration of two of the most famous and acclaimed electro projects in France: POSITION PARALLÈLE and CELLULOIDE! La Machine spreads its high-definition vintage electronics in a way that is as insidious as it is subversive.

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My Love Kills - Mors Nobis

My Love Kills - Mors Nobis
Swedish/French duo MY LOVE KILLS (Fredrik Sigeback and Vicomte Arkames) has over the years built a steady fanbase within the harder EBM/Industrial scene with their harsh and straight forward music. 

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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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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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NOUVELLE VAGUE to perform in Wrocław!

NOUVELLE VAGUE to perform in Wrocław!
NOUVELLE VAGUE to perform in Wrocław! 20 years after releasing their debut album, which has since become a classic, NOUVELLE VAGUE is back! The French masters of musical reinterpretation will perform on April 13th at the Gothic Hall of the ...

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14th E-Only Festival – Leipzig’s Must-Attend Event

14th E-Only Festival – Leipzig’s Must-Attend Event
Mark your calendars for March 14th and 15th, 2025, as the iconic E-Only Festival returns for its 14th edition! Taking place at the stunning Altes Stadtbad in Leipzig, this festival promises an unforgettable weekend of top-notch electronic music, unique performances, ...

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